Statistical Science Director V&I

About the role

As a Statistical Science Director at AstraZeneca, you'll lead and innovate in the world of clinical statistics. Your expertise will be pivotal in guiding statistical strategies and technical activities, from designing and delivering data for high-level governance committees to regulatory submissions, to mentoring less experienced staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the statistical design and strategy for product development plans, preclinical studies, regulatory strategy, health technology assessment, and commercial activities as appropriate for the stage of the product.
• Ensure quality for study designs, documents, delivery, interpretation, and submission.
• Quantify the benefit, risk, value, and uncertainty of the emerging product profile and communicate these effectively within the team.
• Provide global leadership to others and direct project work delivered by internal and external staff.
• Partner with CROs to ensure delivery to quality and time.
• Represent AstraZeneca externally, including health authorities, advisory boards, conferences, workshops, and payer interactions.
• Maintain knowledge of statistical methodology in relevant areas and promote, investigate, and implement novel statistical approaches.
• Represent statistical strategy and decision-making at internal governance, including review boards, therapy area leadership teams, and ESPC/LSPC.
• Mentor/coach and support the technical education and training of Statistics staff.

Qualifications

• MSc/PhD in Statistics, Mathematics (with a substantial statistical component), or a recognized equivalent to a stats MSc.
• Proven track record of independent leadership.
• 5 years of experience in clinical trials is critical for this role.
• Recognized for exemplary technical skills and expert leadership role or national recognition as a statistical technical expert.
• Demonstrated ability to provide cross-study support, overseeing, aligning, and providing technical support for multiple studies.

Desired Skills/Experience

• Experience in Vaccines & Immunotherapy is a strong asset but open to other therapeutic areas (TA).
• Implemented simulation programming for sample size calculations or interim analyses.
• Experience with business development opportunities, such as in-licensing, would be beneficial.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as SAS, R, and Python.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, especially in relation to project management, ensuring effective cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement.

Pay and Benefits

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $188,000 to $282,000. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives, including short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles, and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.

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