Associate Director, Biostatistics, Real-World Analytics

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Associate Director, Biostatistics, Real-World AnalyticsSite Name: Home Worker - USA, Belgium-Wavre, Home Worker - GBR
Posted Date: Dec 23 2024
The Associate Director, Biostatistics, Real-World Analytics uses data and methodological expertise to develop study and protocol designs and statistical analysis plans (SAPs) for the analysis of existing complex health data sets, including real-world data (RWD).
This work is conducted in collaboration with Scientists in the Epidemiology and Medical Evidence Generation organizations, and other colleagues as part of matrix teams.
These teams work to translate evidence needs into a robust program of studies to support appropriate access to and evidence for GSK medicines.
Your work will focus primarily on the oncology research unit.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Design and AnalysisPerform as a biostatistician on non-interventional real-world studies.Provide expertise in RWD and statistical methodology with asset and RU teams, the broader RWA community, and/or bring that expertise to a matrix team to inform study planning, development, and delivery.Lead the development and delivery of analysis of existing or new complex health data sets.
Responsibilities include: author protocol/statistical analysis plan (includes selecting approach to quantitative bias control, statistical power/precision, sample size), write programming code to conduct statistical analysis, critically review approach and results on an ongoing basis considering design assumptions and knowledge of the data, summarize analytic findings (including limitations) in oral or written form.Manage a portfolio of work or individual studies to ensure delivery of quality work products to agreed timelines.Author specifications for analytic data sets for all RWA activities (rapid data queries, retrospective observational studies, and other studies) to ensure appropriate interpretation and implementation of analytic design, in collaboration with RW Data Management and Programming (RWDMP).
Review resulting deliverable(s) for accuracy/completeness.Ensure documentation is appropriate regarding data manipulation, statistical analysis, reporting.Author, maintain, finalize, and archive project delivery documentation for in-sourced studies in accordance with SOPs where appropriate.Perform quality control (QC) of work products from other colleagues.As needed, provide RWD and methodological expertise to support study teams in out-sourced studies.Communication of ResultsAssist with, or be responsible for, oral and written communication of analytic and study results.Co-author and bring statistical/methodological expertise in scientific publications of the in- or out-sourced RWD studies/analyses.Effectively present research results to study team and other collaborators, including results interpretation and drawing appropriate inferences based on study design/statistical methods as well as assessment of study limitations.Therapy Area KnowledgeUnderstand oncology RU/asset to apply appropriate tools (e.g., variable definitions, code lists) and use appropriate data sources.Leadership and TeamworkBuild and maintain effective strategic working relationships with internal and external partners to meet business needs.Maintain currency with methods for the use of existing complex health datasets for research.Develop in depth knowledge on the assigned asset and act as an RWA consultant within broader Evidence Generation and Epidemiology teams.Apply innovative statistical methodology and approaches to solve critical problems.Merge scientific thinking and business knowledge to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement solutions.Proactively influence team members regarding appropriate research/statistical design and analytics delivery through various engagement forums: at the Value Evidence Team, Integrated Evidence Team, as part of a study team (in-sourced or out-sourced), and in coordination with the RWDMP team.Mentor team members, in particular RWA scientists and RW Programmers.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: PhD or MS degree in biostatistics, epidemiology, health economics, health services research, health informatics or related field.3 or more years of experience working with RWD for use in pharmacoepidemiology and/or health outcomes research.3 or more years of experience and practical knowledge of statistical/analytic software (e.g., SAS, R, IHD).Experience with biostatistics applied to clinical/epidemiological research.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Good understanding of drug development processes and strategies, with proven ability to apply innovative statistical thinking to meet project and/or business objectives.Fluent in written and spoken English to effectively communicate and able to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences.Prior experience working in oncology within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry (preferably in real-world evidence, epidemiology, or health outcomes functional areas).Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills and enjoy finding efficient and innovative solutions to challenging problems.Self-reliant with the ability to deliver robust, timely, high-quality analytics.Enthusiastic collaborator and enjoy working on a wide range of projects and requests across multiple RUs.Familiarity with guidance documents from regulators to industry on use of RWD for regulatory decision making.The annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $150,450 to $203,550 taking into account a number of factors including work location within the US market, the candidate's skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role.
In addition, this position offers an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role.
Available benefits include health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.
Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.
Why GSK? Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together - so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns - as an organisation where people can thrive.
We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines.
We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/immunology and oncology).
Our success absolutely depends on our people.
While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it's also about making GSK a place where people can thrive.
We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be.
A place where they can be themselves - feeling welcome, valued, and included.
Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing.
So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.
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GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer and, in the US, we adhere to Affirmative Action principles.
This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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