Director, Biostatistics — Hybrid Leader in Drug Development

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 204,000 - 306,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC in Boston, MA seeks a Director of Biostatistics to independently perform advanced statistical functions in support of GMDA on complex issues. The role includes leading multiple trials, mentoring staff, and providing strategic statistical direction to cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD or master's in Statistics or Biostatistics with 10+ years of experience, expert SAS and R skills, and a track record with regulatory interactions (NDA/MAA).

Qualifications

• PhD or master's degree in Statistics or Biostatistics.
• Typically 10+ years of experience with a PhD or 13+ years with a master's.
• Experience leading biostatistics teams and interactions with regulators (NDA/MAA).

Responsibilities

• Directs projects including multiple trials or real world data studies.
• Mentors staff and promotes cross-functional collaboration.
• Authors SAPs, TFLs, and related study documents.
• Leads statistical design innovations and regulatory discussions.

Skills

Project management

SAS

R

Statistical thinking

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory interaction

Education

PhD in Statistics/Biostatistics

Master's in Statistics/Biostatistics

Tools

SAS

R

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC in Boston, MA seeks a Director of Biostatistics to independently perform advanced statistical functions in support of GMDA on complex issues. The role includes leading multiple trials, mentoring staff, and providing strategic statistical direction to cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD or master's in Statistics or Biostatistics with 10+ years of experience, expert SAS and R skills, and a track record with regulatory interactions (NDA/MAA).