Associate Director Biostatistics

Job Description Summary

Onsite
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East Hanover, New Jersey or Cambridge, MA
Job Description
200+ compounds in Novartis are supported by biostatisticians in 10+ sites around the globe. Biostatisticians transform clinical data into analyses that build the basis for making innovative drugs accessible for patients. They influence decision-making in cross-functional international teams from early to late phase drug development.
We are in search of an Associate Director, Biostatistics to join a passionate team within Advanced Quantitative Sciences - Medical Affairs (AQS-MA). Come to an industry leader where you will lead implementation of modern and innovative trial/experimental designs, statistical models, analysis and data exploration methodologies at the study or project level and you will be responsible for all statistical work, scientific and operational, in collaboration with the clinical trial teams and other quantitative partners.

 

Job Description

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Accountable for strategic statistical input and influence into one or more projects (development plan, dose-finding strategy, regulatory strategy, publication strategy, pricing & reimbursement strategy, statistical deliverables).

• Plan and execute of exploratory analyses and statistical consultation within your cross-functional teams.

• Lead development and implementation of innovation in statistical methodology and trial design.

• Lead collaborations with medical and other strategic functions to drive quantitative decision making in drug development and enable successful impact on robust drug development plans.

• Facilitate seamless transition of projects between phases of development, as necessary.

• Propose and implement innovative designs and methods to optimize drug development.

• Plan, prioritize and oversee project level activities and ensure efficient re-source management within or across franchise and effective partnership with vendors.

• Effective partnership with other functions to ensure integrated quantitative input into project.

• Develop and mentor biostatisticians
   

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This position will be located at the East Hanover, NJ or Cambridge, MA site and will not have the ability to be located remotely.

Role Requirements:

Essential Requirements:

• PhD with 6+ years’ experience preferred or MS with 10+ years’ experience with a degree emphasis in in Statistics, Mathematics or equivalent

• Has advanced knowledge of applying statistics and innovative approaches expert knowledge in a variety of statistical areas

• Influences decisions that directly impact the project and department ability to deliver objective.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills bridging scientific and business needs

Desirable Requirements:

• Prior experience with late phase drug development needs and activities
   

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary:

The salary for this position is expected to range between $145,600 and $270,400 per year. 
The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.
Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.  To learn more about the culture, rewards and benefits we offer our people click here.
 

Why Novartis:
Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

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You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook.

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EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

 

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

 

Salary Range

$145,600.00 - $270,400.00

 

Skills Desired

Automation, Biostatistics, Clinical Trials, Computer Programming, Cross-Functional Teams, Data Analytics, Decision Making Skills, Metadata Management, Statistical Analysis