Statistical Programming Associate Director

Are you prepared to take charge and pioneer advancements in the realm of statistical coding? As a Statistical Programming Associate Director, you'll be at the forefront of delivering high-quality programming work and driving continuous improvement within cross-functional teams. This leadership position requires deep programming knowledge and industry insight to lead and mentor other developers, guaranteeing effective project completion and outstanding information organization. Are you prepared to make a significant impact? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-centric biopharmaceutical company passionate about the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines. You will be working in the Oncology Biometrics Programming department reporting to the Director, Statistical Programming, providing leadership and management of statistical programming activities at the project/study level related to the planning, execution and delivery of the statistical programming aspects of clinical development.

Accountabilities:

• Lead and direct the full scope of project delivery or a technical project within the TA/Drug Project/study/function.
• Implement statistical programming aspects of the protocol or clinical development program.
• Ensure high quality of all project deliverables, holding partners accountable for their quality.
• Lead cross-functional administrative or process improvement initiatives.
• Drive the development of standards to improve quality, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Manage risk in complex or novel situations within studies and projects.
• Provide programming expertise and tactical input to the team.
• Support recruiting, training, and mentorship within the function.
• Find opportunities to improve methodology and provide practical solutions.
• Lead activities of external partners like Contract Research Organisations.
• Influence collaborators with subject matter expertise on programming-related items.
• Ensure compliance with standards and automation usage.
• Employ project management practices in managing drug or technical projects.
• Provide input to capacity management for all projects in scope.
• Maintain expertise in the latest industry and regulatory requirements.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Degree in Mathematics (i.e., Applied Math, Engineering, etc), Statistics, Computer Science, Life Science or equivalent
• Proven programming expertise
• Thorough knowledge of the clinical development process
• Thorough knowledge of industry standards and ability to implement them
• Ability to apply programming expertise to problem solving and troubleshooting for teams
• Current knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements relevant for the role
• Ability to proactively manage concurrent activities within a project
• Proficient ability to influence relevant stakeholders on programming related items
• Ability to manage risk in complicated or novel situations
• Project Mindset

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, we are driven by a vision to eliminate cancer as a cause of death. Our team is dedicated to pioneering new frontiers in Oncology, fusing innovative science with the latest technology to achieve breakthroughs. With multiple indications and high-quality molecules at all stages of our innovative pipeline, we are empowered to lead at every level. Our collaborative research environment unites academia and industry, expediting research in some of the hardest-to-treat cancers. Join us in making bold decisions driven by patient outcomes and be part of a team committed to improving millions of lives.

Ready to take on this exciting challenge? Apply now and become a part of our pioneering team!

Date Posted

05-Nov-2025

Closing Date

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