Director, Biostatistics at Gilead Sciences

Foster City, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Pharmaceuticals, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

PhD with 8+ years of statistical analysis experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry (or at a CRO)
Master’s Degree with 10+ years of statistical analysis experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry (or at a CRO)

Responsibilities

Provide Statistical leadership to Virology clinical trials: developing trial design options and providing high quality decision support
Statistical lead for a specific Virology molecule/indication in Health Authority interactions and maintain an accountability thread to TA head
Work collaboratively with Statistical Programmers, Biostatisticians, Clinical Research Associates, Clinical Data Managers and other Clinical, Global Drug Safety, Regulatory and Project Management staff to meet project deliverables and timelines for statistical data analysis and reporting
Direct internal and external teams across multifunctional project or functional areas, lead initiatives to gather, organize, and analyze data from different sources such as virology, Case Report Forms, and patient tracking, work with management and Human Resources to satisfy short-term staffing needs, defend statistical aspects with regulatory agencies, develop staff capabilities, and recognize/reward desired performance
Oversee and contribute to the completion of all technical and operational statistical activities for a group of clinical trials for a compound/indication or equivalent through management of internal and external resources
Lead two or more components of departmental strategic initiatives

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

BiostatisticsClinical Trial DesignStatistical AnalysisRegulatory SubmissionsClinical Data AnalysisClinical Data Reporting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position or does it require being on-site?

This is a site-based role located at Gilead's global headquarters in Foster City, CA.

What is the salary range for the Director, Biostatistics position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key responsibilities and skills needed for this role?

The role requires providing statistical leadership to Virology clinical trials, developing trial design options, serving as statistical lead for Health Authority interactions, and collaborating with Statistical Programmers, Biostatisticians, Clinical Research Associates, and others to meet project deliverables.

What is the company culture like at Gilead?

Gilead emphasizes collaboration, determination, and a relentless drive to make a difference, with people leaders driving an inclusive culture where employees feel developed and empowered. Every team member plays a critical role in scientific innovations.

What makes a strong candidate for the Director, Biostatistics role?

A strong candidate has a solid background in clinical trial design and analysis, biostatistical expertise, experience with regulatory submissions, and a passion for driving scientific and regulatory advancements in Virology drug development.

Gilead Sciences

Develops and commercializes biopharmaceuticals

About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing medicines for various medical conditions, including HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer, inflammatory and respiratory diseases, and cardiovascular issues. The company conducts extensive research and development to create new therapies, which are then marketed to healthcare providers, hospitals, and pharmacies after receiving regulatory approval. Gilead differentiates itself from competitors through its strong commitment to R&D and strategic partnerships, such as with SAP Ariba, to enhance its operations and product offerings. The company's goal is to improve health equity and access to care globally, working with communities to ensure that its medicines reach those in need.

Foster City, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1987Year Founded

$15,873.6MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid family time off and paid parental time off

Generous 401(k) contribution matching

Comprehensive medical plans that cover both physical and mental healthcare

Global Wellbeing Reimbursement

Time Off

Global Volunteer Day

Giving Together Program

Employee Support Programs

Flexible Work Options

Risks

Increased competition in HIV treatment from ViiV Healthcare's expanding drug portfolio.

Regulatory scrutiny over drug pricing could impact Gilead's U.S. market operations.

Patent expirations, like Truvada's, lead to increased generic competition and revenue loss.

Differentiation

Gilead's lenacapavir is recognized as the 2024 Breakthrough of the Year for HIV care.

Partnerships with LEO Pharma and Tubulis enhance Gilead's focus on inflammatory and cancer therapies.

Gilead's commitment to health equity initiatives like COMPASS and HepConnect sets it apart.

Upsides

Gilead's strategic partnerships expand its reach in inflammatory and oncology drug markets.

Investment in digital health technologies enhances Gilead's R&D and patient engagement.

Focus on sustainability improves Gilead's operational efficiency and corporate reputation.

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