Associate Director, Research Biostatistics
Core
Provide strategic statistical leadership and hands-on analysis for discovery, translational, and early research programs to support scientific decision-making and portfolio progression.
Role type
Senior IC research biostatistician (strategic leadership + hands-on analysis)
Builds
Decision-relevant evidence for target evaluation, candidate selection, and project progression in immunology, hematology, cardiovascular, metabolic, respiratory, and transplant therapeutic areas.
Domain
Biopharmaceutical research (pre-clinical, translational, biomarker, omics, imaging)
Deliverable
production ML models | research | dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Advanced statistical methodologies (Bayesian, causal inference, longitudinal modelling), statistical programming (R), study design, biomarker evaluation, reproducible analytical workflows, scientific publications, mentorship
Preferred skills
Experience with machine learning, external collaboration with academic partners/CROs, training and capability building
Technologies
R, related quantitative computing platforms
Responsibilities
Lead complex statistical analyses across preclinical, translational, and human research datasets; develop innovative statistical methods and reproducible workflows; translate complex data into actionable insights for portfolio decisions; mentor statisticians and scientists; establish relationships with external collaborators and CROs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight