Director of Biostatistics & Statistical Strategy

AstraZeneca; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 188,279 - 282,419; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca in the United States is seeking a Director of Statistics to independently lead a biometrics team and deliver design, analysis, and interpretation for clinical programs and regulatory submissions.

You will guide technical analyses, mentor staff, and collaborate across functions to ensure high-quality statistical support and governance. The role requires strong leadership and cross-functional communication.

Qualifications

• MSc in Statistics or Mathematics or recognised equivalent.
• 5 years experience as a statistician with clinical trials, pharmaceutical development, regulated research, and/or related areas of statistical applications.
• Exemplary technical skills and track record of leading independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop a group of statisticians.
• Lead the statistical design and strategy for product development plans and regulatory submissions.
• Provide global leadership to others and direct project work across staff and CROs.
• Represent statistical strategy in internal governance and with external stakeholders.

Skills

Statistical leadership

Team development

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication of results

Mentoring staff

Education

MSc in Statistics or Mathematics

PhD in Statistics

Job description

AstraZeneca in the United States is seeking a Director of Statistics to independently lead a biometrics team and deliver design, analysis, and interpretation for clinical programs and regulatory submissions.

You will guide technical analyses, mentor staff, and collaborate across functions to ensure high-quality statistical support and governance. The role requires strong leadership and cross-functional communication.