Director, Statistical Methodology and Innovation Uxbridge - GB R1603258 Posted 12 hours ago

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Position Summary

The Director of Statistical Methodology role will drive projects developing methodological solutions to statistical innovation problems identified by Data and Quantitative Science (DQS) and the broader Drug Development organisation. Key responsibilities of this position are focused on 4 areas:

• Active engagement with stakeholders and driving development of statistical methods and research.
• Providing statistical consulting to specific projects.
• Overseeing development of tools and software to implement methodological solutions.
• Mentoring and coaching junior members of the team.

There will be an ample opportunity for collaboration with cross-functional teams on long-term statistical innovation objectives. This is not a 100% managerial position: it blends matrix leadership with technical work and research as an individual contributor. Leadership is a required component of this position as they will engage with Biostatisticians and other cross-functional team members to drive development of innovative statistical methods for emerging trial design and analytics problems.

Key Responsibilities

• Drives formulation, development and implementation of innovative novel statistical analysis methods and innovative study designs across therapeutic areas.
• Facilitates discussions translating scientific questions into statistical terms and statistical concepts into layman terms.
• Influences stakeholders by communicating effectively the findings of their project-driven research to cross-functional teams; provides interpretation of their scientific results in a manner accessible to non-statisticians.
• Functions as statistical lead on statistical topics influencing and advising senior leadership on issues that have business impact.
• Continually develops technical knowledge of statistical methodology and builds BMS external scientific reputation via publications and presentations.
• Continually enhances their knowledge of drug development process, regulatory and commercial requirements.
• Develops more junior stat methodologists by providing mentorship and coaching as well as developing training curriculum for the broader DQS organisation.
• Effectively communicates the DQS Mission and Vision in a fashion that generates pride, excitement and commitment within DQS.
• Enables a culture of inclusiveness, respect for diversity, compliance with process and allows for the questioning and challenging of others in a respectful and constructive manner.

Qualifications & Experience

• Ph.D. in Statistics/Biostatistics/Data Science with 9+ years of experience in Pharmaceutical R&D or academia/government.
• Solid understanding of drug development with proven track record of leading statistical innovation.
• Deep expertise in one of the following scientific topics (with proven publication records) and working knowledge of the others: Bayesian Methods, Adaptive Design, RWE, Advanced Predictive Modelling, Machine Learning, Decision Analysis.
• Ability to summarise technically/analytically complex information for a non-technical audience.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with good interpersonal, communication, writing and organisational skills.
• Ability to organise multiple work assignments and establish priorities.

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