Director Statistical Programming

WHY JOIN US?

AstraZeneca is a global, BioPharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth, and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

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. 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.

We work on some of the most complex and interesting challenges. A fast-paced and agile team, we are empowered and trusted to innovate and experiment. With access to our extensive capabilities and comprehensive pipeline, you’ll be involved in countless submissions and a wide range of engaging projects along the complete drug development process.

Do you have expertise in, and passion for, SAS Programming? Would you like to apply your skills to impact all phases of drug development and regulatory interactions, in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

Our R&I Biometrics team is dedicated to the development of innovative treatment of Respiratory and Immunology (R&I) diseases. You will join a global, diverse and cross-functional environment where you will get personal and professional development.

About the role:

• Leads and directs a team of programmers to ensure portfolio delivery

• Leads capacity management while driving recruitment and skill development by providing training and mentorship

• Accountable for the quality and compliance to internal, external and regulatory requirements for the delivery of programming aspects in clinical development

• Holds partners and providers accountable for the quality of their deliverables

• Provides strategic, scientific and programming advice and expertise to the team

• Leads and contributes in improvement and organizational initiatives within and outside of function

• Employs all project management practices in managing drug or technical projects (including risk management)

• Maintains expertise of the latest industry and regulatory requirement to stay current with the programming practices

Accountabilities:
In this role, you will provide input into the strategy for the programming function, offer strategic, scientific and programming advice to the team, and define programming strategic direction for implementation of statistical programming aspects of the clinical development program/s. You will also lead, manage and develop a group of programmers, providing guidance and mentorship. 

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Degree in Mathematics (i.e., Applied Math, Engineering, etc), Statistics, Computer Science, Life Science, or equivalent experience

• Proven programming leadership experience including input to functional strategies, hiring and nurturing talent, risk management, in global organization/s

• Thorough knowledge of the clinical development process, regulatory requirements and industry standards

• Ability to influence relevant stakeholders and global teams

• Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution skills

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Experience working in the Respiratory or Immunology therapeutic area

• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing business processes

• Willingness and ability to travel

SO, WHAT’S NEXT?

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete the full application on our website at your earliest convenience – it is the only way that our Recruiter and Hiring Manager can know that you feel well qualified for this opportunity.  If you know someone who would be a great fit, please share this posting with them.

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Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today!

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.