Statistics Leader/Associate Director, Medical & Market Access Oncology Statistics
GSK
Summary
We are looking for exceptionally talented, committed Statisticians who will apply quantitative skills and innovative statistical methodology to support marketed medicines in the fight against cancer. You will provide global statistical support for non-registrational data generation, secondary publications, scientific congresses and ISR review, helping deliver clearly differentiated medicines to patients. You will also work with R&D, medical, commercial, global RWE and Health Outcomes teams to generate evidence for market access of GSK's marketed oncology products and late-stage pipeline assets.
Job description
In this role you will
- Provide strategic statistical leadership and scientific expertise to support global medical affairs and market access activities across the oncology portfolio.
- Provide statistical input for the design, analysis, reporting, and interpretation of non-registrational studies.
- Shape clinical development plans, HTA strategies, and commercial approaches.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders to address business needs.
- Develop and implement novel statistical methods to tackle complex challenges.
- Address market access and reimbursement challenges from regional agencies by collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Partner with the global RWE and Health Outcomes teams to analyse and interpret clinical trial and real-world data, broadening your expertise beyond traditional statistics.
Basic Qualifications & Skills
- Advanced degree (MSc or equivalent) in Statistics or Biostatistics, with relevant experience in clinical research in pharmaceutical, CRO or academic settings.
- Proven statistical contributions and accomplishments in late-phase clinical drug development.
- Practical experience with statistical programming and simulations using R, Python, SAS or similar tools.
- Self-motivated with strong time management skills to manage multiple tasks effectively across projects.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to explain methods to senior stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to provide independent statistical leadership for scientific projects and build strong working relationships within multidisciplinary teams.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- PhD or equivalent in Statistics, Biostatistics, or closely related field
- Proven statistical contributions in medical affairs and market access for marketed products
- Significant experience in oncology
- Demonstrated leadership and major contributions to organizational or industry-wide initiatives
- Ability to apply innovative statistical thinking
- Understanding of HTA and payer evidence requirements
- Experience coordinating work with CROs
Requirements
- Advanced degree (MSc or equivalent) in Statistics or Biostatistics
- Relevant experience in clinical research in pharmaceutical, CRO or academic settings
- Proven statistical contributions and accomplishments in late-phase clinical drug development
- Practical experience with statistical programming and simulations using R, Python, SAS or similar tools
- Self-motivated with strong time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to provide independent statistical leadership for scientific projects
- Ability to build strong working relationships within multidisciplinary teams
Company overview
GSK plc (formerly GlaxoSmithKline) is a British multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company headquartered in London, England. Founded in 2000 through the merger of Glaxo Wellcome and SmithKline Beecham, GSK has grown to become one of the world's leading healthcare companies with operations in over 150 countries. The company specializes in researching, developing, and manufacturing prescription medicines, vaccines, and consumer healthcare products. GSK's therapeutic areas include respiratory diseases, HIV/AIDS, oncology, immunology, and infectious diseases. The company is particularly renowned for its vaccine portfolio and has been at the forefront of developing treatments for major global health challenges. With approximately 70,000 employees worldwide, GSK maintains a strong commitment to scientific innovation and has a significant presence in key markets including the United States, Europe, and emerging economies. The company's mission is to unite science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade.