Remote Associate Director, Biostatistics

Sumitomo Pharma; Dover; Remote; GBP 124,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Pharma is seeking an Associate Director, Biostatistics to provide strategic statistical leadership across clinical development programs, including study design, analysis, regulatory submissions, and cross-functional collaboration.

The role emphasizes Bayesian methods, adaptive designs, and governance to ensure scientifically rigorous, regulator-ready deliverables while partnering with CROs and internal teams. Remote work with on-site meetings where needed.

Qualifications

• PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related quantitative discipline with at least 5 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry.
• Significant experience providing statistical leadership for clinical development programs and clinical trials.
• Experience supporting regulatory interactions; oncology/hematology experience preferred; CRO/vendor oversight required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as biostatistics lead for one or more clinical development programs, providing strategic input into plans, study designs and analysis strategies.
• Represent Biostatistics on cross-functional teams and integrate statistical considerations into development decisions.
• Lead regulatory interactions, including briefing documents and responses to regulatory questions.

Skills

Biostatistics leadership

SAS

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Regulatory guidance

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Bayesian methods

Education

PhD in Statistics/Biostatistics

MS in quantitative pharma/biotech

Tools

SAS

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Job description

Sumitomo Pharma is seeking an Associate Director, Biostatistics to provide strategic statistical leadership across clinical development programs, including study design, analysis, regulatory submissions, and cross-functional collaboration.

The role emphasizes Bayesian methods, adaptive designs, and governance to ensure scientifically rigorous, regulator-ready deliverables while partnering with CROs and internal teams. Remote work with on-site meetings where needed.