Project Lead Statistician (Director) - Germany

UCB S.A.; Mettmann; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An innovative biopharmaceutical company is looking for a Project Lead Statistician to join their Early Development Statistics team. This role involves providing strategic direction and leadership to the biometrics team, translating strategies into tactical plans, and ensuring quality across projects. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Biostatistics or Statistics, with extensive management experience and a solid understanding of drug development. Join a collaborative and inclusive culture where your contributions will make a real difference for patients worldwide.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in Biostatistics or Statistics preferred.
• Management experience with global teams is essential.
• Strong knowledge of drug development across all phases.

Aufgaben

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the biometrics team.
• Translate strategy into tactical plans and oversee operations.
• Ensure accountability for all deliverables from the biometrics team.

Kenntnisse

Biostatistics

Drug Development Knowledge

Management Experience

Collaboration Skills

Influencing Skills

Ausbildung

PhD in Biostatistics or Statistics

Jobbeschreibung

Make your mark for patients

We are seeking a Project Lead Statistician to join our Early Development Statistics team, based in any of our offices in Brussels (Belgium), Monheim (Germany), Slough (UK), or Raleigh or Atlanta (US).

About the role

1. Provide strategic direction and leadership to the biometrics (statistics) team, which may be focused on a specific Therapeutic Area, a Complex Compound with multiple indications, or an expert biometrics team in a particular area (e.g., safety, launch, pre-clinical).
2. Translate strategy into tactical planning, operations, and ensure quality.
3. Be a key member of the Development Team for one or more compounds, working closely with Development and Regulatory leads to guide and influence overall strategy.

Who you’ll work with

You will report to the Head of Early Development Statistics.

What you’ll do

1. Provide strategic direction and leadership to the biometrics team.
2. Translate strategy into tactical plans, oversee operations, and maintain quality standards.
3. Serve as a key member of the Development Team for one or more compounds, collaborating with development and regulatory teams.
4. Ensure accountability for all deliverables from the biometrics team to the larger project team.
5. Foster a culture of continuous learning and upskilling within a modern Biometrics organization.
6. Drive transformation of the statistics operating model.

Qualifications and skills

• PhD (preferred) in Biostatistics or Statistics, or equivalent.
• Multiple years of management experience with global teams.
• Strong knowledge of drug development across all phases.
• Experience in multiple therapeutic areas (preferred).
• Understanding of how functional expertise fits into the bigger picture.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate within asset development teams.

Interested? If you’re ready to make a difference for patients, we want to hear from you!

About us

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on neurology and immunology, with approximately 8,500 employees worldwide, driven by science and inspired by patients.

Why work with us?

At UCB, we create value beyond tasks. We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, inclusion, and respect, providing opportunities for growth and career development. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and an Equal Opportunity Employer. For accommodations during the application process, contact [e-mail].