Statistical Programming Director

Are you an experienced Statistical Programmer with deep knowledge of clinical drug development? Would you like to be part of a fast-paced and agile global team that has direct strategic impact on drug development, empowered and trusted to innovate and experiment? Join us at AstraZeneca CVRM (Cardiovascular Renal Metabolism) Biometrics to impact a wide range of engaging projects striving to make a difference for millions of patients.

Our Biometrics team consists of Statisticians, Programmers, Information and Data Scientists. We drive and contribute to optimized clinical drug development programs and access to information and scientific knowledge management.

We are now offering an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated individual to join us in the role as Statistical Programming Director
, providing strategic programming leadership within CVRM Biometrics and collaborating with global product development teams.

Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week in our Boston office
. Our head office is purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects.

As a Statistical Programming Director, you are accountable for quality, timely and efficient delivery of project programming work and information management. This position requires profound programming experience and excellent industry knowledge to independently lead implementation of programming activities. This is a strategic leadership role with project and technical focus where you will provide subject matter expertise within the statistical programming discipline.

You will oversee delivery of data according to industry standards, efficient and high-quality statistical analysis for interpretation, reporting deliverables, planning and execution of submission strategies. You will act as a specialist within cross-functional teams to deliver continuous improvement, innovation, and automation solutions.

• Minimum bachelor's degree in Mathematics (i.e., Applied Math, Engineering, etc), Statistics, Computer Science, Life Science, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 7 years of experience with advanced knowledge of the clinical development process and industry standards
• Demonstrated programming leadership capability with ability to develop teams and individuals and lead them towards a common goal
• Demonstrated influencing, planning and organizational skills
• Ability to provide input to functional strategies
• Expertise in risk management in complicated or novel situation
• Current knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements relevant to the role

• Broad experience, ideally across multiple therapeutic areas and outside of the field of Statistical Programming
• Experience in regulatory submissions and interactions
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing business processes
• Willingness and ability to travel

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from 168,830.4 to 253,245.6 USD. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

As AstraZeneca continues to put patients at the forefront of our mission, we are excited for our move to Kendall Square/Cambridge in 2026. Find out more information here:
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At AstraZeneca, we believe in the potential of our people, and you’ll develop beyond what you thought possible. We make the most of your skills and passion by actively supporting you to see what you can achieve no matter where you start with us. As a Statistical Programming…