Statistical Programming Lead; Associate director

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Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at

Statistical Programming Lead (Associate Director)

We’re seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren’t afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.

HYBRID - This position is hybrid and will require you to be onsite one day per quarter in Surrey, Addlestone office. Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines Statement:
At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.

• Join an organisation at the forefront of healthcare innovation, transforming cutting‑edge science into VALUE for patients.
• Act independently and lead programming work for clinical studies or Medical Affairs studies, supporting complex/novel work within a development program (clinical/observational studies, MA tactic, PK/PD and Biomarker analyses or regional project).
• Hold global accountability for all programmed deliverables at the study and submission level within assigned programs in one or more Primary Focus (PF) areas, oversee programming vendor oversight for assigned compounds and contribute to functional/departmental infrastructure projects.
• Act as Global Programmer Lead (GPROGL) for a late‑stage/complex asset, represent Astellas on programming matters during inspections, and provide training/mentoring to other programmers.

• Substantial years of experience in relevant programming within the pharmaceutical industry and working with vendors.
• Strong experience as a lead programmer for a drug development program.
• Demonstrable experience in mentoring/leading statistical programmers.
• Strong Oncology therapeutic area experience.

• Production of high‑quality, on‑time statistical programming deliverables (datasets and tables/listings/figures).
• Efficient use and oversight of programming vendors.
• Direct leadership of the internal programming team for insourced work; liaison with vendor leads for outsourced work.
• Regular oversight of statistical programming work outsourced to Full‑Service Providers and liaison between the FSP and Astellas.
• Recognition and resolution of issues impacting validity or completeness of deliverables.
• Contribution to cross‑functional or indication‑level improvement initiatives (SOP writing, implementing novel statistical software, standard output generation).
• Collaboration with peers to devise innovative solutions to common problems.
• Contribution to recruitment, training, professional development, and retention of statistical programming personnel.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in statistics, mathematics, or a related field.

• Global collaboration:
  Become part of a connected global business of like‑minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients’ lives worldwide.
• Real‑world patient impact:
  Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
• Relentless Innovation:
  Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
• A Culture of Growth:
  Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions…