Associate Director, Biostatistics - Methodology

Associate Director, Biostatistics - Methodology
United States – Remote

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based bio-pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world. Gilead’s therapeutic areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.

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Job Description


Title: Associate Director, Biostatistics - (Methodology)

Responsibilities:

Contributes and is viewed as a key resource on departmental strategic initiatives.

Offers advice to others within the company to help make better decisions and resolve problems.

Provides statistical training to colleagues who are not statisticians.

Works with Study Biostatisticians and Clinical Research Scientists to assist with innovative trial design, simulation and execution, and develop adaptive trials software tools as appropriate.

Presents and/or publishes new statistical methodology within and outside of the company.

Requirements (Education and skillsets):

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills are required.

Understands the business beyond the area of Biostatistics and is a recognized expert outside of the company.

Has good understanding of state-of-the-art statistical methods for drug development.

Able to set up and influence collaborations with external academic or government organizations to extend visibility or business need of the company.

Able to present complex statistical concepts and thinking to others.

Able to identify the most critical aspects of a problem/issue.

Proficiency in R or SAS programming and software development.

Can use competitive intelligence to influence clinical development strategies.

Education:

7+ years of industry experience in pharma/device/diagnostics or academia experience in clinical trial research, and a PhD degree in Biostatistics or equivalent (preferred)

9+ years of industry experience in pharma/device/diagnostics or academia experience in clinical trial research, and a MS degree in Biostatistics or equivalent

For Colorado Job Applicants: The salary range for this position is:
$154,320.00 - $231,480.00
Gilead considers a range of factors, including background and experience, when determining base compensation. These considerations means actual compensation will vary.
Position is also eligible for bonus and benefits. For more information, visit https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

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