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GSK · 1 day ago

Associate Director, Decision Science for Clinical Operations

GSK is a global biopharma company focused on uniting science, technology, and talent to advance health. They are seeking an Associate Director of Decision Science for Clinical Operations to embed sophisticated analytics and data-driven frameworks into clinical operations, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency in R&D.

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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Partner with GCO’s Decision Analytics team to lead high-stakes strategic discussions with clinical development leadership to frame complex business problems, develop differentiated options, and define clear analytical pathways
Synthesize diverse evidence, including empirical data and expert judgment, to construct cohesive decision models that guide strategy
Influence key investment and operational decisions by translating complex model outputs into compelling narratives and actionable recommendations for executive audiences
Implement advanced decision models to quantify risk and identify value-add opportunities in study timelines and resource allocation
Deliver robust predictive models for critical operational challenges, including patient recruitment, site performance, and milestone attainment, to create value optimal and risk-aware delivery strategies
Identify and champion non-obvious value-add opportunities by applying innovative analytical approaches to complex clinical operations challenges
Drive the design and deployment of scalable analytics solutions, including production-ready models, automated monitoring systems, and real-time data pipelines
Champion best-in-class DevOps practices, including version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing to ensure robust, reproducible, and scalable solutions
Train and mentor colleagues on the use of tools, methods, and structured decision frameworks to build organizational capability

Qualification

PhD in quantitative fieldDecision modeling expertisePythonR proficiencyDrug development knowledgeLeading technical teamsInfluencing skillsExceptional communication skillsMentoring colleagues

Required

PhD (preferred) in a quantitative field (e.g., Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Operations Research, Decision Analysis) or MSc with equivalent experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
Proven expertise designing and building flexible decision models (e.g., Monte Carlo simulation, Bayesian analysis, scenario planning, sensitivity analysis) to quantify risk and value trade-offs
Expertise in Python or R with the ability to adapt models
Knowledge of the drug development lifecycle and Clinical Operations workflows
Track record of leading and mentoring technical teams to deliver data science solutions with measurable business impact
Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with the ability to distill complex analyses into compelling recommendations for senior leadership in a matrix environment

Preferred

Hands-on experience with DevOps best practices, including Git, CI/CD, and testing
Therapeutic area depth, including knowledge of clinical development and trial design
Direct Clinical Operations experience
Decision Analysis or Management Consulting experience focused on pharmaceutical strategy or operations
Expertise in advanced methods such as Bayesian statistics, machine learning, and enrollment simulation

Benefits

Competitive salary
Annual bonus based on company performance
Healthcare and wellbeing programmes
Pension plan membership
Shares and savings programme

Company

We are uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. Our community guidelines: https://gsk.to/socialmedia

H1B Sponsorship

GSK has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (45)
2024 (56)
2023 (54)
2022 (53)
2021 (54)
2020 (72)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$25.51M
Key Investors
CARB-X
2021-03-02Grant· $18M
2020-09-23Grant· $7.51M
1978-01-13IPO

Leadership Team

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Julie Brown
CFO
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Mike Elmore
SVP & Chief Information Security Officer, GSK
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