Statistical Project Leader

Our Evidence Generation and Decision Science (EGDS) group at Sanofi unites Biostatistics, Clinical Statistical Modeling, and Real-World Evidence to revolutionize data-driven decision making through cutting-edge quantitative science and deliver unparalleled integrated evidence that drives innovation and scientific breakthroughs.

Join our EGDS Biostatistics I&I team as a Statistical Project Leader (Associate Director) and you’ll provide statistical leadership and guidance as the lead statistician on one or more project teams. You’ll have opportunities to develop innovative statistical solutions to support critical trial decision-making and advance treatment across all phases of drug development. EGDS will support your growth through people development and inclusive career opportunities that value diversity of thought and abilities, cultivating future leaders to shape the next generation of clinical science. Join the engine of Sanofi’s mission where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research. In R&D, you’ll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions.

Responsibilities

• Proficient level of statistical and scientific contribution to clinical development plans, studies, and submission activities (when applicable), with minimal guidance from senior statistical project leader or team leader.
• Accountable for statistical aspects including quality, relevance to external stakeholders (e.g., regulatory authorities, medical journals), and scientific validity.
• Plan, monitor, and manage project activities, timelines, processes, and resources to ensure operational excellence and align practices in compliance with Sanofi SOPs and Biostatistics standards.
• Develop productive collaboration with other functions in the aligned project team and with other statistics project leaders and in communicating with senior leadership.
• Mentor junior project team members and nurture a culture of productive teamwork, quality, operational efficiency, and innovation.
• Represent statistics in cross-functional and cross-company activities (e.g., working groups, consortiums, or professional associations).

Requirements

• PhD/MS in statistics or related discipline with at least 5 years of pharmaceutical experience in clinical development, including experience with Biotech, pharma, Clinical Research Organizations (CROs), health authorities, and academic clinical research centers.
• Broad knowledge and good understanding of advanced statistical concepts and techniques; ability to perform advanced statistical analyses using SAS or R.
• Demonstrated strong project management, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Exhibited expertise to represent organizations in cross-company activities (e.g., consortiums or professional associations).
• Proficient in written and spoken English.

Benefits

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs, and at least 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave.