Director, Biostatistics

Gilead Sciences

Director of Biostatistics at Gilead Sciences leading statistical analysis teams in biopharmaceutical innovations. Collaborating for effective drug development against major health challenges.

Posted 4/3/2026full-timeFoster City • California, New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $226,185 - $292,710 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Works collaboratively with Statistical Programming, Biostatistics, Clinical Research, Clinical Data Management, Global Drug Safety, Regulatory and Project Management management/staff to meet project deliverables and timelines for statistical data analysis and reporting.
Uses knowledge of Regulatory requirements regarding statistical principles to ensure the company meets its Regulatory, scientific, and business objectives.
Collaborates with study investigators, outside experts, and internal colleagues to present and publish trial results and statistical analyses within and outside of the company.
Oversees and contributes to the completion of all technical and operational statistical activities for multiple development programs for a compound or equivalent through management of internal and external resources.
Provides overall leadership for a departmental strategic initiative with experience directly supervising personnel.

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD with 8 years of industry experience OR Masters degree with 10 years of experience or Bachelors degree with 14 years of experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience using competitive intelligence to influence clinical development strategies
Ability to set up data monitoring committees for clinical studies
Understanding of the business beyond the area of Biostatistics and is a recognized authority outside of the company.

Benefits

Comp & perks

company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
discretionary annual bonus
discretionary stock-based long-term incentives
paid time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

statistical data analysisstatistical principlesdata monitoring committeesclinical development strategies

Soft Skills

collaborationleadershipcommunication

Certifications

PhDMasters degreeBachelors degree