Senior Director, Oncology Biostatistics, Real-World Biostatistics and Measurement Science

Business Introduction

At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. Our R&D focuses on discovering and delivering vaccines and medicines, combining our understanding of the immune system with cutting‑edge technology to transform people’s lives. GSK fosters a culture ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and committed to doing the right thing, focusing on accelerating significant assets that meet patients’ needs and have the highest probability of success. We’re uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and cultivate a world‑class team of biostatisticians within Oncology Biostatistics in RWDMA.
• Oversee recruitment, development, and performance management of the oncology biostatistics team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration.
• Establish cross‑functional working groups to ensure consistent and high‑quality statistical support across various indication areas.
• Implement training, mentorship, and professional development initiatives to support the growth and retention of biostatistical talent.

• Provide strategic guidance and biostatistical expertise to stakeholders using RWD in R&D, epidemiology, and post‑approval studies, ensuring alignment with company goals and regulatory requirements.
• Spearhead methodological development and innovation in areas such as causal inference, clinical outcomes assessment, longitudinal modeling, evidence synthesis, precision medicine, and the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning.
• Develop and manage an external engagement strategy with academic partners and key opinion leaders to foster collaborative research and innovation in biostatistical methodologies.

• Collaborate with leaders in other biostatistics teams and across R&D, aligning RWDMA objectives with broader organizational goals and ensuring cohesive support across functions.
• Serve as the senior point of contact for RWD biostatistical expertise in oncology, contributing to strategic planning and promoting advanced statistical methods.
• Oversee the preparation and dissemination of scientific publications, white papers, and presentations to communicate research findings to the scientific community.
• Work closely with clinical, regulatory, data science, medical affairs, and commercial teams to integrate statistical strategies with organizational goals and industry standards.

• Lead strategic communication efforts to promote and share biostatistical work deliverables within the organization and with external audiences.
• Present statistical analyses and insights clearly and effectively at conferences, in publications, and during key stakeholder meetings, reinforcing the value of biostatistical contributions.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in biostatistics within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, academia, or healthcare industry, with a focus on real‑world data.

• Proven track record in leading teams and developing talent, with a history of building high‑performing biostatistics groups.
• Expertise in methodologies relevant to real‑world data, including causal inference, clinical outcomes assessment, predictive modeling, and evidence synthesis, with strong capabilities in artificial intelligence and machine learning.
• Extensive experience in statistical methods using RWD, with a record of publications contributing to the field of RWD.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions and with external partners.
• Demonstrated success in establishing and maintaining cross‑functional collaborations and strategic partnerships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Record of influential publications or contributions to the field of real‑world data biostatistics.
• Demonstrated strategic vision for biostatistics in RWD, with a capacity to drive innovation within a large organization.

Salary and Benefits

The US annual base salary for this position ranges from $196,500 to $327,500, depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, and education level. This role also offers an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in a share‑based long‑term incentive program. Benefits include health care and other insurance benefits for employees and their families, retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.