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Director, Biostatistics, Statistical Research And Innovation

7+ years
$161,600.00 to $269,400.00
10 Dec. 26, 2024
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: PhD/MD Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

The Statistical Research and Innovation (SRI) role at Pfizer provides scientific leadership and technical support for both clinical and non-clinical projects. This position focuses on advancing drug development methodologies through statistical expertise and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The role also includes a balance of project-specific work, longer-term research, training, and external professional activities.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Statistical Advice & Consultation:

    • Provide expert statistical guidance on complex problems in Pfizer projects.
    • Consult with the Statistics Leadership Team and Pfizer management in Discovery, Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and other departments.
    • Contribute to key decisions (e.g., go/no decisions, regulatory strategies, product defense).
  2. Methodology Development:

    • Lead the development and implementation of state-of-the-art statistical methods.
    • Promote the use of novel study designs and data analysis techniques.
    • Assist in the development of specialized software to support these methods.
  3. Collaboration & Networking:

    • Develop strong internal collaborations with non-statistical researchers (Clinical, PharmSci, Safety, etc.).
    • Influence external regulatory guidelines through collaboration and scholarship with academia, industry, and government statisticians.
    • Stay current with advancements in statistical methodology relevant to Pfizer’s business needs.
  4. Leadership & Mentorship:

    • Disseminate statistical knowledge, methodologies, and regulatory guidelines to the team and beyond.
    • Mentor junior statisticians and provide leadership in statistical thought and innovation.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum Qualifications:

    • Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related field, with at least 7 years of experience in drug development. Candidates with less experience but strong research credentials may also be considered.
    • Proven ability to communicate complex statistical concepts effectively.
    • Broad understanding of statistical theory and its application to drug development.
  • Preferred Qualifications:

    • Knowledge of Bayesian statistics and high-performance computing.
  • Additional Skills:

    • Demonstrated thought-leadership and scholarly presence, with evidence of publications or presentations.
    • Ability to influence and collaborate with peers, mentor others, and drive meaningful outcomes.

Salary & Benefits:

  • Salary Range: $161,600 to $269,400 annually, with an additional 20% bonus target.
  • Benefits: Pfizer offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
    • 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
    • Paid vacation, personal days, medical, dental, and vision coverage.
    • Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.
    • Eligibility for Pfizer's share-based long-term incentive program.

Work Location & Travel:

  • Location: Hybrid (remote and on-site work).
  • Travel: No specified travel requirements.

Sunshine Act Compliance:

  • Pfizer reports payments to healthcare providers as required by transparency laws, including recruiting expenses for licensed physicians.

EEO & Employment Eligibility:

  • Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer, adhering to all applicable laws regarding nondiscrimination and work authorization requirements. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

This role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced statistician to contribute to cutting-edge research and development in drug discovery while mentoring others and influencing the future of drug development methodologies.