Sr Manager, Biostatistics

Gilead Sciences Inc.; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 169,000 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Benefits package

Job summary

Gilead Sciences Inc. is seeking a senior statistician to lead statistical activities across multiple clinical trials. You will collaborate with statisticians, data managers, and project teams to ensure timely delivery of analyses and reports. Strong leadership and communication are essential for guiding internal and external resources.

The role emphasizes strategic oversight, cross-functional problem solving, and driving data-driven decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Collaborate with Statistical Programmers, Biostatisticians, Clinical Data staff to meet project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical and operational statistical activities for clinical trials.
• Provide senior review of technical documents and cross-functional guidance.
• Mentor teams and manage internal/external resources to meet priorities.

Skills

Statistical programming

Biostatistics collaboration

Leadership

Verbal and written communication

Job description

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description

Specific Education & Experience Requirements:

• Works collaboratively with Statistical Programmers, Biostatisticians, Clinical Research Associates, Clinical Data Managers and other Clinical, Global Drug Safety, Regulatory and Project Management staff to meet project deliverables and timelines for statistical data analysis and reporting.
• Directs internal and external teams across multifunctional project or functional areas, leads initiatives to gather, organize, and analyze data from different sources such as virology, Case Report Forms, and patient tracking; and works with management and Human Resources to satisfy short-term staffing needs.
• Is expected to oversee and contribute to the completion of all technical and operational statistical activities for a group of clinical trials for a compound/indication or equivalent through management of internal and external resources.
• Provides senior level review of various technical documents.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills are required.
• Offers advice to others within the company to help make better decisions and resolve problems.
• Ability to examine issues from various perspectives and apply appropriate concepts to address situations.
• Must be able to determine the functions most critical to company success and to support priorities within functional area.
• Addresses obstacles and difficulties of clients in order to meet goals.
• Can pull together highly effective teams and create a clear sense of direction.

The salary range for this position is: $169,320.00 - $219,120.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package.

Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

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