Associate Director, Biostatistics

SUN PHARMA; Gurugram District; Hybrid; INR 6,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Pharma is seeking an experienced Associate Director of Biostatistics to lead design, execution, analysis and interpretation of registration-directed trials and regulatory submissions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure adherence to SOPs while shaping biostatistics standards.

The role requires deep expertise across Phase I–IV drug development, strong leadership, and a track record of high-quality deliverables in a global setting.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or MS in Biostatistics or Statistics.
• 10+ years (PhD) or 15+ years (MS) of industry R&D experience.
• NDA/BLA experience with eCTD submissions is a plus.
• Experience in dermatology or oncology drug development is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Serve as study biostatistician on development programs and multiple studies.
• Author statistical analysis plans, TFL shells and related documents.
• Review AdaM specifications and ensure timely deliverables.
• Plan and perform statistical analyses for regulatory submissions.
• Provide statistical input to clinical study reports and interfaces with teams.
• Support Health Authority requests, publications and conference presentations.
• Drive innovation in statistical methodology and trial design.

Skills

Biostatistics

Clinical trials

Statistical methods

Project leadership

Education

Ph.D. in Biostatistics

MS in Biostatistics

Tools

SAS

R

Job description

Title: Associate Director, Biostatistics

Business Unit: Global Clinical Development

Job Grade: DGM

Location: Remote/Hybrid

At Sun Pharma, we commit to helping you “Create your own sunshine”— by fostering an environment where you grow at every step, take charge of your journey and thrive in a supportive community.

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Job Description

Position Summary

Sun Pharma is seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Director of Biostatistics to join our rapidly growing organization. Reporting to a Director, Biostatistics Lead, this position will be responsible for supporting the design, execution, analysis and interpretation of registration-directed clinical trials and global regulatory submissions. This person will work cross-functionally with internal departments and external resources on Biostatistics-related issues, ensure adherence to relevant regulatory requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as appropriate, and apply technical expertise to the development of biostatistics standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Serve as study biostatistician on development programs and multiple studies.
• Author statistical analysis plan, TFL shells and other study-related statistical documents.
• Review AdaM Specification, oversee the generation of AdaMs and TFLs and ensure timely high-quality deliverables.
• Plan and implement statistical analyses, provide statistical input to the clinical study report and perform statistical functions for submission-related activities on the assigned programs.
• Plan and execute exploratory analyses and statistical consultation within applicable cross-functional teams.
• Provide statistical support for Health Authority requests, publications, presentations, and posters at medical conferences/symposia, as assigned.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of innovation in statistical methodology and trial design; perform simulations to assess various study design options and analysis approaches.
• Attend and make statistical contributions at cross-functional study team and project team meetings.
• Participate in process improvement, SOP development, training, and enhancing statistical technical expertise.
• Maintain a positive, results orientated work environment, building partnerships and modeling teamwork, and communicating to the team in an open, balanced and objective manner.
• Adhere to departmental and regulatory agency procedures and standards.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated good understanding of Phase I to Phase IV drug development.
• Strong knowledge in the principles and techniques of statistical analysis, interpretation, and clinical relevance.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis software SAS and R.
• NDA/BLA experience with eCTD submission is a plus.
• Dermatology or oncology drug development experience is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills, time management, and ability to coordinate workload and meet established deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written skills, allowing for an open and effective dialogue throughout the company.
• Attention to detail and quality are critical to success.
• Highly accountable for the results and outcomes of their responsibilities and understands the impact of their efforts, results, and attitudes on others.
• Use teamwork to work cooperatively toward the most effective solutions, championing the best ideas of team members, and assisting where help is needed yet is capable of highly independent work when efficiency is required.
• Results-oriented individual who is highly motivated, decisive, flexible in thought, and has the creativity to excel in and contribute to a rapidly growing company.
• Forward thinking mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects, and identify and resolve issues.
• Broad experience in an emerging, publicly traded company environment is a plus.

Educational Qualification:

Ph.D. or M.S. in Biostatistics or Statistics.

Experience:

At least 10+ years for PhD (or 15+ years for M.S.) of industry experience or equivalent in a pharmaceutical R&D environment.

Your Success Matters to Us

At Sun Pharma, your success and well-being are our top priorities! We provide robust benefits and opportunities to foster personal and professional growth. Join us at Sun Pharma, where every day is an opportunity to grow, collaborate, and make a lasting impact. Let’s create a brighter future together!

Disclaimer:

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of incumbent(s).