Associate Director - Statistical Science

Statistical Science Associate Director

Title: Statistical Science Associate Director

• Career Level – E

• Location: Manyata Tech Park, Bangalore

• Shift: 9 AM -6 PM IST, Hybrid (3 days a week in office)

• Experience required: 8+ years

• Role Type: Individual Contributor
  

The Statistical Science Associate Director has sufficient experience working as a statistician in the pharmaceutical industry to independently perform and lead statistical work within a project, an indication within a more complex project or complex studies. This individual is able to lead and direct Biometrics work either in house or partnering with CROs to ensure delivery to quality and time.

Typical Accountabilities:

The Statistical Science Associate Director may work as a lead statistician:

• For a project or indication in clinical therapeutic areas

• Leading the delivery and oversight on a multiple studies/indication within a project, potentially as a Global Project Statistician for a standard drug project

The 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 activities

• Direct project work, including statistical staff and/or CRO partners, to ensure delivery to standards, quality and time

• Develop design options and provide high quality decision support to enable the business to make informed decisions about a study or project

• Quantify the benefit, risk, value and uncertainty of the emerging asset/product profile

• Investigate and apply novel statistical approaches, for relevant statistical issues and/or regulatory guidance and/or value demonstration, including modelling and simulation

• Mentor/coach and support the education and training of statistics staff

Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• MSc/PhD in Statistics, Mstat, Biostatistics, or recognised equivalent to stats MSc

• 8+ yrs of experience of pharmaceutical development, data analysis and interpretation and experience of program design.

• Strong knowledge of programming in R and/or SAS

• Knowledge of the technical and regulatory requirements related to the role

• Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships

• Excellent collaboration skills to work across functional boundaries

• Ability to apply statistical expertise to complex problems, with a focus on problem solving and quality.

WHY JOIN US ?

At AstraZeneca, statisticians in Biometrics work at the heart of medicine development, applying deep technical expertise to real-world challenges that affect patients worldwide. This is a place that encourages complex questions and tests bold ideas. It supports learning from setbacks and promotes collaboration across diverse fields to improve patient decisions. With strong support for continStatistical Science professionals can expand their impact through continuous learning, modern tools, technology, and global project visibility. They craft both their development and the future of innovative medicines.

SO, WHAT’S NEXT?

If this sounds like the next step in your Statistical Science career, apply now to join AstraZeneca and help turn data into decisions that change patients’ lives!

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?

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When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. To fully experience our collaborative, in‑person environment, candidates who are not currently based in the job location will need to relocate. In line with our company policy, relocation support is offered for moves within the country, ensuring a smooth transition. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Date Posted

07-May-2026

Closing Date

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

Experience Level

Mid Level