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The Director of Statistical Methodology works closely with Head of Statistical methodology to implement vision and strategy of Statistical Methodology function within Global Biostatistics and Data Science organization. They will engage with Biostatisticians and other cross functional team members to drive development of statistical methods for emerging  trial design and analysis problems. This individual will also mentor junior stats methodologists to help them grow their technical and soft skills.

While this position is primarily focused on statistical methods research and development, it also involves close collaboration with StuDIO (Study Design Innovation and Optimization) function within Global Biometrics and Data Sciences of BMS.  StuDIO’s mission is to support and enable development teams to pursue optimal design/development options with sharpened focus on scientific rigor and innovation, operational feasibility, and resource efficiency across the BMS portfolio. The accountability of the Director of Stat Methdology role would include (but not limited to) developing methodological solutions to problems identified via StuDIO in close collaboration with study teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulates, develops, implements innovative novel statistical analysis methods and innovative study designs across therapeutic areas.
• Translates scientific questions into statistical terms and statistical concepts into layman terms.
• Communicates findings of their project-driven research to cross-functional teams, provides interpretation of their scientific results in a manner accessible to non-statisticians.
• Functions as statistical lead on statistical topics influencing and advising senior leadership on issues that have business impact.
• Continually develops technical knowledge of statistical methodology and build BMS external scientific reputation via publications and presentations. 

Qualifications & Experience

• Ph.D. in Statistics/Biostatistics with 9+ years of experience 
• Deep expertise in one of the following scientific topics (with proven publication records) and working knowledge of the others:  Adaptive Design, Multiplicity, Bayesian Methods, including Dynamic Borrowing, Master Protocols, Non-Proportional Hazards, RWE/RWD, Advanced Predictive Modelling 
• Working knowledge of scientific computing/programming (SAS, R or C++ and Bayesian packages) and implementation of advanced statistical analysis, data manipulation, graphing & simulation.
• Ability to summarize technically/analytically complex information for a non-technical audience
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with good interpersonal, communication, writing and organizational skills.

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On-site Protocol

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Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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