Director, Biostatistics & Oncology Strategy

AstraZeneca plc; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc in Cambridge seeks a Director of Statistics to lead a biometrics team delivering design, analysis, interpretation, and regulatory preparation across projects. You will guide junior staff, collaborate across functions, and set statistical strategy for product development and submissions.

This role requires an MSc in Statistics/Mathematics, extensive trial experience, and a proven track record of independent leadership.

Qualifications

• MSc in Statistics, Mathematics or equivalent with substantial statistical content.
• Experience as a statistician in clinical trials, pharmaceutical development, regulated research, and/or related areas of statistical applications.
• Track record of leading independently.
• Exemplary technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop a group of statisticians.
• Lead statistical design and strategy for product development, preclinical studies, regulatory strategy and health technology assessment.
• Ensure quality of study designs, documents, delivery and interpretation and submission.
• Provide global leadership and mentor statistics staff.
• Represent statistical strategy in governance and externally with health authorities/boards.

Skills

Leadership

Statistical analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

MSc in Statistics or Mathematics

PhD in Statistics

Tools

SAS

R

Python

Job description

AstraZeneca plc in Cambridge seeks a Director of Statistics to lead a biometrics team delivering design, analysis, interpretation, and regulatory preparation across projects. You will guide junior staff, collaborate across functions, and set statistical strategy for product development and submissions.

This role requires an MSc in Statistics/Mathematics, extensive trial experience, and a proven track record of independent leadership.