AstraZeneca
Statistical Science Associate Director - Late Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolic (CVRM)
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Job Description
- Req#: R-190980
Lead the statistical thinking and contributions to the delivery of studies, development plans, regulatory strategy, health technology assessment and/or commercial activities
Direct project work, including statistical staff and/or CRO partners, to ensure delivery to standards, quality and time
Develop design options and provide high quality decision support to enable the business to make informed decisions about a study or project
Quantify the benefit, risk, value and uncertainty of the emerging asset/product profile
Investigate and apply novel statistical approaches, for relevant statistical issues and/or regulatory guidance and/or value demonstration, including modelling and simulation
Mentor/coach and support the education and training of statistics staff
MSc/PhD in Statistics or Mathematics (containing a substantial statistical component)
At least 5 years of experience of pharmaceutical development, program design, data analysis and interpretation
In depth knowledge of the technical and regulatory requirements related to the role
Experience of major regulatory interactions and/or submissions
Ability to apply statistical expertise to complex problems, problem solving and quality focus
Strong knowledge of programming in R and/or SAS
Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships.
Do you have expertise in Statistics and a passion for Drug Development? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact late-stage drug development in a company that frontiers the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca and Late CVRM Biometrics might the match for you.
Location: Boston, MA
Those who join AstraZeneca not only feel a sense of ownership about their future, but also know that their work has a huge impact on patients. With AstraZeneca, you will be applying innovative and creative approaches to science while being at the forefront of a strong and rich pipeline of cutting-edge medicines. Here, you will join passionate professionals who push the boundary of science and technology to develop and deliver life-changing medicines designed to help people live better lives.
Our cardiovascular, renal and metabolism 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 looking for a Statistical Science Associate Director to join a strong global biometrics team.
What you’ll do
A successful candidate has sufficient experience working as a statistician in the pharmaceutical industry to independently perform and lead statistical work within a 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.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Requirements:
Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week.
Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.
So, what’s next!
Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it’s yours.
Where can I find out more?
Check out our landing page for more information on our Biometrics group https://careers.astrazeneca.com/biometrics
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Date Posted
26-Apr-2024Closing Date
09-May-2024Our 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. AstraZeneca requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 but will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.About the company
AstraZeneca PLC is a British-Swedish multinational pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical company with its global headquarters in Cambridge, England.