Associate Director Biostatistics

JR United Kingdom; Aberdeen City; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking an experienced Associate Director Biostatistics to lead statistical strategies in oncology. The role involves mentoring, developing integrated frameworks, and engaging with regulatory agencies. This position requires a PhD or Master’s in a relevant field, strong oncology development experience, and proficiency in statistical software. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to innovation in medicine.

Qualifications

• Significant oncology clinical development experience, including regulatory submissions.
• Expertise across trial design and analysis.
• Experience leading statistical strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead statistical strategy for haematology oncology.
• Develop integrated statistical strategies.
• Mentor study-level statisticians.

Skills

Strong leadership presence

Experience with Bayesian methods

Proficiency in SAS

Expertise in statistical strategy leadership

Education

PhD or Master’s in Biostatistics, Statistics, or related field

Tools

SAS

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26.08.2025

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Associate Director Biostatistics | Global Pharma | UK | Home Based |

Global Pharma recognised for its commitment to innovation and patient impact, is expanding rapidly in the UK. As part of this growth, the company is offering a rare opportunity for an experienced Associate Director Biostatistics to join them.

This is an organisation where excellence is not just expected, it’s cultivated. Known for its open, forward-thinking culture and genuine commitment to purpose-driven science, the company provides an environment that inspires, supports, and rewards. Every contribution here matters. Every voice is valued. And every project pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in modern medicine.

As an Associate Director Biostatistics you will be joining a cross-functional team that requires strong independent leadership to support clinical and observational studies, medical affairs strategies, biomarker and PK/PD analyses, or regional projects. The Director may also lead statistical efforts for early-stage assets or serve as a methodology expert, ensuring high-quality data analysis and interpretation across a variety of programs.

What you will be doing:

• Lead statistical strategy for haematology oncology, serving as compound-level statistical lead across development, evidence generation, and regulatory/payer interactions.
• Develop integrated statistical strategies across trial phases (early, pivotal, RWE, post-marketing), aligned with product profile and development goals.
• Provide cross-functional leadership across clinical, medical affairs, RWE, safety, and biomarker statistics.
• Represent the organisation in global regulatory and payer discussions (FDA, EMA, PMDA, HTA), guiding statistical input for submissions and evidence packages.
• Act as an individual contributor (no line management) while mentoring study-level statisticians.
• Present findings clearly to stakeholders and leadership.
• Ensure integrated data availability for submissions and marketing support.
• Contribute to due diligence, data review, and expert statistical guidance.
• Implement and oversee advanced statistical methods.

What you will need:

• PhD or Master’s in Biostatistics, Statistics, or related field.
• Significant oncology clinical development experience, including regulatory submissions and statistical strategy leadership.
• Expertise across trial design, biomarkers, exploratory analytics, RWE, safety, and post-marketing support.
• Experience with Bayesian methods, adaptive designs, external control arms, and AI/ML in clinical development.
• Knowledge of real-world data sources, integration, and interpretation.
• Recognised scientific contributions (publications, presentations, or working groups such as ASCO/ESMO).
• Strong leadership presence in external regulatory/HTA/scientific discussions.
• Proficiency in SAS (R preferred), with solid understanding of data management and programming practices.
• Experience in international teams and ability to communicate complex methods clearly.

What to do next:

If this opportunity is of interest, please apply now with your CV to avoid disappointment

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