Associate Director Biostatistics

Onsite East Hanover, New Jersey. 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 have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Director, Biostatistics to join a passionate team within Advanced Quantitative Sciences. 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.

• Accountable for strategic statistical input and influence into one or more studies or projects.
• Plan and execute 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.
• Propose and implement innovative designs and methods to optimize drug development.
• Plan, prioritize and oversee study‑level activities and ensure efficient resource 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.

Meet the Data Analytics team.

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

• PhD with 6+ years’ experience preferred or MS with 10+ years’ experience with a degree emphasis in Statistics, Mathematics or equivalent.
• 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 objectives.
• Record of successful implementation of novel methods and/or innovative strategies in drug development.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills bridging scientific and business needs.

• Prior experience with drug development needs and activities.

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 such as relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis it 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.

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!

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