Executive Consultant - Vice President of innovative statistics

We are seeking an Expert Innovative Statistics Consultant to join our Strategic Consulting Practice.

As a seasoned Biostatistician, you will leverage and expand Cytel’s reputation for thought leadership and innovation by leading engagements for pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device clients. You will play a key role in building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships in collaboration with Cytel’s business developers and technical experts.

You will also contribute to Cytel’s standing as an industry leader by advancing statistical methodologies for clinical development, promoting innovation, and enhancing brand recognition throughout the industry.

• Provide strategic statistical advice on client projects, collaborating with a team of consultants and analysts to define optimal regulatory, clinical, and/or market access pathways.

• Develop innovative solutions, integrating traditional and novel statistical approaches as appropriate.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned Strategic Consulting accounts and projects, ensuring delivery excellence and client satisfaction.

• Build mutually beneficial partnerships and take ownership of client strategic needs.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across Cytel’s business units, helping to meet revenue, profitability, and customer satisfaction goals.

• Maintain regular engagement with senior management and executives at client organizations.

• Travel regularly and cultivate strong professional relationships both internally and externally.

• Deep understanding of the biopharmaceutical R&D process, combined with solid business acumen.

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to execute effectively in complex environments.

• Confident presenter, comfortable interfacing with senior executives.

• Experience interacting with regulatory agencies (FDA/EMA) and key opinion leaders (KOLs).

• Proven leadership and team management skills — able to mentor and motivate high-performing teams.

• Collaborative, entrepreneurial, and self-motivated; thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

• Education:

  • Minimum: Master’s degree in Mathematics, Biostatistics, or related field

  • Preferred: PhD, MBA, or MD

• Experience: 10–15 years in clinical trials or health research, with substantial strategic consulting exposure.