Associate Director Biostatistics

Associate Director / Director – Global Pharma Leader – Italy (Remote /Hybrid) Are you ready to take the next big step in your biostatistics career? Our client, a globally renowned pharmaceutical company, is seeking a talented and experienced  Associate Director / Director  to join their high-impact team. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your work directly contributes to ground-breaking treatments and improved patient outcomes, this could be your perfect fit.  

What You’ll Be Doing  As a key member of the biostatistics team, you’ll:  Lead the design of innovative clinical trials (Phases I–IV), ensuring they are efficient, scientifically robust, and aligned with strategic goals  Develop and review key trial documentation: protocols, SAPs, CSRs, publications, and more  Present statistical findings clearly and effectively to internal and external stakeholders  Provide expert statistical input on regulatory submissions, publications, and responses to health authorities  Oversee multiple studies within a therapeutic area, ensuring consistency, compliance, and quality  Manage and maintain strong working relationships with CROs, vendors, and alliance partners  Serve as the biostatistics point of contact across cross-functional project teams, contributing strategic insights throughout the drug development lifecycle  Stay ahead of industry trends by applying statistical methodology to real-world evidence and market access initiatives  Support audits and regulatory inspections, ensuring all deliverables are audit-ready and compliant with internal SOPs  Direct reports across large team  What We’re Looking For  PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related field with 6+ years  of industry experience – OR – MS with 8+ years  Strong hands-on programming experience in  SAS, R, or Python  Proven ability to design and implement advanced statistical analyses across all clinical phases  Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks.  

Experience in Oncology or rare disease trials is highly desirable  A collaborative mindset with excellent communication and leadership skills  Ability to lead, mentor, and guide junior statisticians and cross-functional teams  Why Join This Team? Work with a top-tier pharmaceutical company with a global footprint  Be part of a collaborative, science-driven culture  Influence projects from early development through to regulatory approval  Enjoy flexibility with a  hybrid / remote work model  based in Italy  Make a tangible impact on the future of medicine – especially in  rare and complex diseases 💡  Ready to make a difference in your next role?

Let’s talk! Reach out to  Aimee at   to learn more or apply today.