Associate Director, Statistical Programming

Gilead Sciences

Associate Director leading statistical programming tool development at Gilead, focusing on SAS macros and automation solutions across multiple studies. Managing projects to ensure delivery of high-quality, scalable tools aligned with standards.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeRaleigh • California, North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $177,905 - $253,220 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leads statistical programming tool development (e.g., SAS macros, automation solutions) supporting multiple studies and/or workstreams
Contributes to departmental strategies, tools, and infrastructure that enable efficiency and consistency across Statistical Programming
Accountable for planning and delivery of tool development aligned with study and business timelines
Influences design, development, qualification, and maintenance of SAS macros and related tools used across multiple studies or initiatives
Acts as a project or functional lead for statistical programming tool initiatives
Identifies cross-project synergies to improve efficiency, consistency, and reuse of tools and processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD with 5+ years OR MS with 8+ years, OR BS with 10+ years of relevant experience in statistical programming or related field
Significant experience in life sciences, including clinical trials, analysis, and regulatory reporting
Demonstrated experience leading projects and/or teams
Knowledge of internal Gilead Analysis and Reporting macros is not required but desired
Advanced expertise in statistical programming and tool development (SAS Macro required)
Strong understanding of clinical trial design and reporting process, as well as regulatory requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*
discretionary annual bonus
discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role)
paid time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

SAS macrosstatistical programmingautomation solutionstool developmentclinical trial designregulatory reportingproject managementdata analysisefficiency improvementprocess optimization

Soft Skills

leadershipinfluencingplanningcommunicationcollaborationproblem-solvingstrategic thinkingteam managementorganizational skillscross-functional coordination

Certifications

PhDMSBS