Director, Biostatistics

Bristol Myers Squibb

. Drive innovative and efficient study design .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $218,740 - $296,867 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in statistical analysis and biostatistics, with a strong focus on clinical trials and drug development. Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and engage with regulatory agencies while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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PhD In Statistics Or BiostatisticsProficiency In SAS, R, Or PythonAdvanced Statistical AnalysisClinical Trials MethodologyDirect Or Matrix Management Experience

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Hard Skills

Statistical AnalysisData ManipulationGraphingSimulationClinical Trials MethodologyStatistical LeadershipHealth Authority RequestsGBDS Submission ActivitiesPerformance Metrics DevelopmentSOP Creation And Maintenance

Soft Skills

Interpersonal AbilitiesCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadership AbilitiesCoaching And Mentoring

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryHealthcare ExperienceRegulatory AgenciesGlobal Regulatory Agency InteractionsBMS ProcessesSOPsStatistical Community Of Practice

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive innovative and efficient study design
Independently lead, initiate, and oversee statistical support for compound development within a therapeutic area
Guide and manage statisticians to ensure high-quality and timely deliverables
Engage as a scientific and strategic partner on high-level development teams
Present and defend complex statistical solutions to BMS governance, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies
Contribute to Clinical Development Plans and lead GBDS submission activities and post-submission strategies
Provide statistical leadership for health authority requests, publications, presentations, and public information releases
Ensure compliance with BMS processes, SOPs, global standards, and project standards
Create, maintain, and provide training on departmental statistical SOPs
Manage functional or project budgets and allocate company resources
Represent BMS at professional societies and industry technical discussions
Contribute to the statistical community of practice
Coach and mentor biostatistical team members
Communicate the GBDS Mission and Vision
Develop and empower the team
Guide employee development plans and conduct performance reviews and feedback
Develop staff performance metrics

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD with 9+ years of experience, or MS with 11+ years of experience, in statistics, biostatistics, or a related scientific field
Clinical trials, drug development, pharmaceutical industry, or healthcare experience
Proficiency in SAS, R, or Python
Advanced statistical analysis, data manipulation, graphing, and simulation
Expertise in statistical and clinical trials methodology applied to complex clinical development problems
Experience aligning with regulatory agencies and industry standards
Experience preparing for and participating in global regulatory agency interactions
Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, organizational, and leadership abilities
At least 3 years of direct or matrix management experience is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance offerings
Flexible Time Off (FTO) for U.S.-based exempt employees
11 paid company holidays annually
160 hours of paid vacation annually for eligible new hires
3 optional holidays for eligible employees
Paid sick leave
Up to two paid volunteer days per year
Summer hours flexibility
Medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leaves of absence
Annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day
Discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities
Workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing disability support