Director Biostatistics, Cell Therapy Immunology

Are you ready to push the boundaries of science and transform the lives of patients living with cancer? As a Director in Biostatistics for Cell Therapy Immunology, you'll provide technical leadership and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in drug development. Join us in our mission to eliminate cancer as a cause of death and make bold moves that truly improve patient outcomes.

Accountabilities:For a project or indication in clinical or preclinical therapeutic areasLeading the delivery and oversight on a multiple studies/indication within a project, potentially as a Global Project Statistician for a standard drug projectContributing to statistical methodological advancesThe accountabilities for supporting projects directly include:Lead the statistical thinking and contributions to the delivery of studies, development plans, regulatory strategy, health technology assessment and/or commercial activitiesDirect project work, including statistical staff and/or CRO partners, to ensure delivery to standards, quality and timeDevelop design options and provide high quality decision support to enable the business to make informed decisions about a study or projectQuantify the benefit, risk, value and uncertainty of the emerging asset/product profileInvestigate and apply novel statistical approaches, for relevant statistical issues and/or regulatory guidance and/or value demonstration, including modelling and simulationMentor/coach and support the education and training of statistics staffThe accountabilities for supporting statistical methodological advances include:Ability to consult across project teams within area of expertiseApplication of expert skills to investigate, apply novel statistical approaches, for relevant statistical issues and/or regulatory guidance and/or value demonstration, including modelling and simulationProduce pragmatic solutions, often within a tight time scale where the emphasis will be to deliver first, then refine and develop solutions thereafterContribute to/or lead the development of a process improvement and/or capability area within the departmentEstablish and improve standards and best practice, apply novel statistical approaches to increase effectiveness and efficiencyInteract with external scientists and represent AstraZeneca Biometrics externally via publications and presentations on novel statistical approaches and best practiceMentor/coach and support the education and training of statistics staff in the technical arenaEssential Skills/Experience:MSc/PhD in Statistics, Mathematics (containing a substantial statistical component) with 10+ years of experienceStrong knowledge of programming in R and/or SASKnowledge of the technical and regulatory requirements related to the roleExcellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships

Desirable Skills/Experience:Advanced degree in a scientific disciplineExpert reputation within the business and industryExtensive knowledge of the latest technical and regulatory expectations

At AstraZeneca, we are united by our vision to eliminate cancer as a cause of death. With one of the broadest Oncology pipelines in the industry, we offer opportunities to work with novel drugs and innovative approaches. Our collaborative environment empowers you to take smart risks, challenge norms, and learn from failures. We cultivate an attitude of courage, where everyone is encouraged to innovate and work at pace. Join us in making an important difference for patients worldwide.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now to join our team!

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $177,877.60 - 266,816.40. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.  In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. 

Date Posted

27-Aug-2025

Closing Date

02-Sep-2025

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