Gilead Sciences · 17 hours ago
Exec Director, Statistical Programming
United States - California - Foster City
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$281K/yr - $364K/yr
16+ years expGilead Sciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company committed to creating a healthier world for all people. The Executive Director of Statistical Programming will lead the Statistical Programming function within Biometrics, overseeing a team of Statistical Programmers and ensuring the delivery of high-quality programming outputs across all Therapeutic Areas.
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Responsibilities
Lead the Biometrics Statistical Programming function supporting all TAs. Provide strategic inputs and technical expertise to enable scalable, efficient, and consistent Statistical Programming workflows and to strengthen collaboration across all TAs
Partner and collaborate with Biostatistics, Clinical Data Management, Clinical Development, Global Patient Safety, and Regulatory Affairs to ensure aligned and timely analytic and reporting deliverables
Oversee operational execution of Biometrics Statistical Programming activities through effective management of internal and external resources, ensuring clear accountability and quality oversight
Anticipate emerging workload and resource needs; identify capability gaps early; develop staffing plans and allocate internal/external resources according to priorities and development strategies
Negotiate project timelines across programs with competing priorities; manage limited resources to deliver high-quality programming outputs on schedule
Ensure adherence to SOPs, WRKs, BEDs, departmental standards, validation practices, and regulatory expectations, promoting consistent compliance across all TAs
Ensure the scientific and technical integrity of programming deliverables, fostering a culture of accuracy, reproducibility, and data-driven decision making
Provide clarity on expectations for Biometrics Statistical Programmers across all TAs, including delegation, decision-making, and communication frameworks. Empower them to exercise sound judgment, adopt best practices, and contribute proactively to planning and execution
Qualification
Required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
Deep knowledge of the drug development process, regulatory expectations, and industry standards for programming, data structures, and reporting
Proven ability to supervise people leaders at multiple levels; ability to delegate, coach, and provide feedback and career development opportunities
Ability to provide Statistical Programmers with structured frameworks for decision making and guide consistent and high-quality execution
Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills in complex situations; ability to prioritize the most important aspects of an issue
Ability to lead strategic initiatives within Statistical Programming and implement infrastructure or process improvements that enhance efficiency and quality
Ability to integrate planning efforts with cross functional partners to ensure organizational effectiveness; ability to influence decision making
Ability to advise senior leadership on programming strategy, functional needs, and technology modernization
Bachelor's degree or higher in Biostatistics, Computer Science, or related field with 16+ years of relevant industry experience in Statistical Programming supporting biopharmaceutical data
Extensive experience with SAS® and industry standard programming tools; experience in modern analytics platforms, automation, or AI environments preferred
Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and overseeing an offshore or hybrid resourcing model, including effective oversight of global external programming teams
Demonstrated leadership in managing large Statistical Programming groups and contributing to NDAs/MAAs or other regulatory filings
Preferred
Experience in modern analytics platforms, automation, or AI environments
Benefits
Discretionary annual bonus
Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role)
Paid time off
Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
Company
Gilead Sciences
Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, manufactures and commercializes therapies for critical diseases.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$4.41BKey Investors
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2024-11-13Post Ipo Debt· $3.5M
2024-02-29Post Ipo Equity· $210M
2023-09-07Post Ipo Debt· $2B
Leadership Team
Keeley Wettan
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Patrick Loerch
Senior Vice President, Clinical Data Science
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