Senior Director Oncology Biostatistics

Bristol Myers Squibb•Needham, MA

10d•$249,480 - $338,582•Hybrid

About The Position

This individual leads the Biostatistics function within therapeutic areas of BMS and is responsible for providing statistical input to development strategies, and effective implementation plans to support product development or market access objectives in a global organization. The Senior Director provides expertise and guidance in collaboration with cross-functional groups broadly across the organization in establishing study design and analyses and strategy, and institutes best practices with regards to planning, execution, interpretation and regulatory submission of clinical projects and studies. Provides guidance and management to statisticians to ensure high quality and timely deliverables. Manages resources, sets priorities, and ensures consistency and adherence to standards therein.

Requirements

PhD or MS (12+ years’ experience) in statistics or biostatistics or related scientific field with clinical trials, drug development, pharmaceutical industry or healthcare experience
Proficiency in scientific computing/programming (SAS, R or Python) and implementation of advanced statistical analysis, data manipulation, graphing & simulation
Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing and organizational skills
Demonstrate expertise in applying knowledge of general and cutting edge statistical / clinical trials methodology to solve complex statistical problems in the clinical development area and ensure alignment with regulatory agencies and industry standards
Extensive experience in preparing and participating in global regulatory agency interactions
Demonstrate excellent collaboration, organizational/ leadership abilities, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrate development of resourcing strategies and recruiting practices, working with senior leaders to define positions and organizational structure, and anticipating future requirements and specialty areas
At least 5 years management (direct or matrix) experience is preferred (for people manager position only)

Responsibilities

Manages a functional or project budget, and has authority to allocate company resources according to the development needs of multiple compounds/indications within therapeutic areas, and sets priorities
Directs and guides statisticians to ensure high quality and timely deliverables
Compliant with BMS processes and SOPs, adherence to global and project standards
Ensures consistency and adherence to standards across therapeutic areas and projects
Key contributor to Clinical Development Plans, submissions, and post-submission strategies/preparation/ defense as needed
Represents the company in interfaces with regulatory agencies globally
Drives strategy for processes improvement, contributes to new departmental SOPs, and provides training on statistical topics and departmental SOPs
Participates in industry-wide technical discussions, and represents company in professional societies
Encourages new ideas, innovation, and continuous improvements across DQS
Anticipates potential issues and takes preventive measures; identifies and oversees the resolution for the team
Effectively engages as a matrix team member on high level development teams and acts as a scientific and strategic partner
Seeks and establishes new collaborations with cross-functional areas; maintains existing stakeholder collaborations
Contributes to functional goal setting and forward planning
Effectively communicates the DQS Mission and Vision in a fashion that generates pride, excitement and commitment within DQS
Enables a culture of inclusiveness, respect for diversity, compliance with process and allows for the questioning and challenging of others in a respectful and constructive manner
Effectively engages as an employee advocate and management coach/mentor to team members - both internally and externally
Provides leadership to empower and develop the team
Provides guidance to employee's development plans and carries out performance review and feedback. develops performance metrics for staff

Benefits

Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care
BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support
Flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval)
11 paid national holidays
160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval
11 national holidays
3 optional holidays
Unlimited paid sick time
Up to 2 paid volunteer days per year
Summer hours flexibility
Leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs
Annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day