Job Title: Statistical Science Associate Director – Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolism (CVRM)
Location: Boston, MA

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Introduction to Role:

Our CVRM pipeline includes investigational therapies in varied stages of clinical development, from recently approved products to earlier-stage molecules in clinical trials. We aspire to transform the lives of patients, working not only to prolong patients’ lives, but to also improve their function and help patients feel better.

We are currently recruiting for statisticians at Associate Director level depending on your previous experience to join our team supporting the CVRM portfolio. We are growing at this site and have multiple positions available.

A successful candidate has sufficient experience working as a statistician in the pharmaceutical industry to independently perform and lead statistical work within a clinical study or drug project, an indication within a more complex project or be recognized as a methodology expert. This individual is able to lead and direct Biometrics work either in house or partnering with CROs to ensure delivery to quality and time.

Accountabilities:

Lead the statistical thinking and contributions to the delivery of clinical studies, clinical development plans, regulatory strategy, health technology assessment and/or commercial activities.Quantify the benefit, risk, value and uncertainty of the emerging drug product profile.Investigate and apply novel statistical approaches, for relevant statistical issues and/or regulatory guidance and/or value demonstration, including modelling and simulation.Lead the delivery and oversight of drug projects and/or studies to time, quality and standards, including partnering with CROs and with programming.Develop design options and provide high quality decision support to enable the business to make informed decisions about a study or drug project.Interactions to influence key stakeholders and governance.Working with regulatory agencies, e.g., attending meetings, answering questions.Where applicable, acting as a technical expert in interactions with external providers and collaborators.Contribute to development of new procedures and standards to increase quality, efficiency, and effectiveness.Mentoring and coaching junior staff and supporting them with education and training in Statistics.

We offer the chance to influence drug development and the opportunity to gain experience across a range of challenging and exciting projects including PhI-IV studies and in the different indications within CVRM.

Essential Skills/Experience:

MSc in Statistics or Mathematics (containing a substantial statistical component) with experience in pharma/healthcare or other relevant area.5+ years of experience of pharmaceutical development, data analysis and interpretation and experience of program design.Knowledge of the technical and regulatory requirements related to the role.Leadership capabilities to be able to lead and direct drug project or clinical study work.Strong knowledge of programming in R and/or SAS.Excellent written and spoken English. Excellent communication skills (including communicating with non-statisticians) and ability to build strong relationships.Excellent collaboration skills required – the energy to work across global & functional boundaries, both internally and externally.Ability to apply statistical expertise to complex problems, problem solving and quality focus.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

PhD in Statistics or Mathematics (containing a substantial statistical component) with experience in pharma/healthcare or other relevant area.

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com.

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Date Posted

27-Jan-2025

Closing Date

09-Feb-2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.