Director of Biostatistics

ABA Search; South San Francisco (CA); Vor Ort; USD 230.000 - 300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonus eligibility

Zusammenfassung

ABA Search, Inc. seeks a Director of Biostatistics to lead statistical strategy across clinical programs in a research-driven biotech context in South San Francisco. You will drive trial design, regulatory interactions, and data-driven decisions shaping development plans.

Lead cross-functional teams, mentor statisticians, and manage external vendors while applying Bayesian and adaptive designs to complex data. A PhD or MS with extensive experience is required.

Qualifikationen

• Ph.D. in Biostatistics/Statistics or equivalent with 8+ years of relevant work experience, or M.S. with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Broad and thorough understanding of statistical principles and clinical trial methodology.
• Experience with NDA or other major regulatory submissions.
• Experience managing CROs, external statistical consultants, and statistical programming vendors.
• Leadership skills in prioritization, adapting to change, conflict resolution, and partnership, with sound scientific judgment and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including with non-statistical stakeholders.

Aufgaben

• Independently lead biostatistical support for assigned therapeutic programs and studies across development phases.
• Shape statistical strategy, development plans, protocols, endpoint selection, and sample size in line with regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate study design alternatives, risks, and uncertainties with clinical and scientific teams to support development decisions.
• Develop innovative trial designs, including adaptive, Bayesian, and simulation-based approaches.
• Apply statistical expertise to small, heterogeneous populations, rare diseases, and limited clinical data.
• Communicate statistical concepts, assumptions, and limitations clearly to cross-functional teams.

Kenntnisse

Biostatistics leadership

Clinical trial design

Regulatory submissions

CRO management

Statistical leadership

Ausbildung

PhD in Biostatistics/Statistics or MS with extensive experience

Jobbeschreibung

Director of Biostatistics

Bring your biostatistics leadership to an innovative, research-driven biotechnology company where your work will have a direct impact on trial design, development strategy, and data-driven decisions across its clinical pipeline. This is an opportunity to shape statistical strategy for clinical programs that call for creative, rigorous thinking. You'll work closely with experts in basic research, computational biology, pharmacology, PKPD, and biomarkers in a curiosity-driven, collaborative environment.

Why You'll Want to Join

• $230,000-$300,000 annual salary range, based on location and experience
• Bonus eligibility
• Opportunity to join a highly regarded, science-driven life sciences organization
• Strategic leadership role across multiple clinical programs
• Work with advanced statistical methods and trial designs
• Strong academic and industry partnerships

What You'll Do

As a leader on assigned clinical programs, you'll help the company integrate data across platforms and draw meaningful inferences about human health.

You will:

• Independently lead biostatistical support for assigned therapeutic programs and studies across development phases
• Shape statistical strategy, development plans, protocols, endpoint selection, and sample size in line with regulatory requirements
• Evaluate study design alternatives, risks, and uncertainties with clinical and scientific teams to support development decisions
• Develop innovative trial designs, including adaptive, Bayesian, and simulation-based approaches
• Apply statistical expertise to small, heterogeneous populations, rare diseases, and limited clinical data
• Communicate statistical concepts, assumptions, and limitations clearly to cross-functional teams

What You'll Bring

Required:

• Ph.D. in Biostatistics/Statistics or equivalent with 8+ years of relevant work experience, or M.S. in Biostatistics/Statistics with 10+ years of relevant experience
• Broad and thorough understanding of statistical principles and clinical trial methodology
• Experience with NDA or other major regulatory submissions
• Experience managing CROs, external statistical consultants, and statistical programming vendors
• Leadership skills in prioritization, adapting to change, conflict resolution, and partnership, with sound scientific judgment and the ability to work independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including with non-statistical stakeholders

Especially Helpful:

• Experience with rare disease or small-population indications is highly valued, as is experience with external control groups, natural history studies, patient registries, or systematic literature reviews.

Take the Next Step

If you're a biostatistics leader who enjoys creative trial design, strategic problem-solving, and work that shapes how new therapies advance, this could be an excellent next move.

About ABA Search

At ABA, we value professionalism, honesty, and hard work. We are positive, innovative thinkers who use creativity to turn challenges into opportunities. We love to learn and continuously seek new ways to deepen our expertise in the Legal and Life Sciences industries. We are passionate about staffing and committed to the success of our clients and candidates. That is what makes us "the name to know in recruitment."