Executive Director, Clinical Data Science

Cision

Lead Clinical Data Science strategy at Eisai, driving advanced methodologies for clinical trials. Shape data science leadership and mentor teams while optimizing quality and efficiency.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois, Massachusetts, North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $273,200 - $358,600 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape and drive Clinical Data Science strategy across global clinical development portfolio.
Ensure the rigorous application of statistical principles and advanced data science methodologies to optimize clinical trial efficiency.
Spearhead the integration of AI/ML solutions for applications in disease diagnosis, modeling, imaging, genomics, proteomics, and precision medicine.
Serve as the primary spokesperson for Data Science at Health Authority meetings.
Drive adoption of cutting-edge AI/ML methodologies for disease modeling and precision medicine.
Manage and mentor a diverse team of data scientists and people managers across geographies.
Ensure GxP compliance in data science programming for clinical trials.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ph.D. in Biostatistics or a Master's Degree in Biostatistics in combination with a Ph.D.in Bioinformatics or related computational sciences.
Deep expertise in statistical methods and their application in clinical trials.
Minimum 10 years of industry experience in clinical development, including Data Science and Biostatistics.
Recognized thought leader in at least one data science discipline (e.g., AI/ML modeling, precision medicine).
Proven experience presenting at external forums and influencing regulatory authorities.
Strong people leadership experience in a Data Science setting.
Prior research experience in neurology, particularly Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers (plasma, CSF, imaging), strongly preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eisai Inc. Annual Incentive Plan
Eisai Inc. Long Term Incentive Plan
Company employee benefit programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

statistical methodsdata science methodologiesAI/ML solutionsclinical trial optimizationgenomicsproteomicsprecision medicineGxP compliancebiostatisticsbioinformatics

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcommunicationinfluencingpresentation skills

Certifications

Ph.D. in BiostatisticsMaster's Degree in Biostatistics