Vanda Pharmaceuticals
Associate Director/Director, Biostatistics
Vanda Pharmaceuticals, Washington, DC
Primary Responsibilities Working as leading statistician on multiple studies/projects across different therapeutic areas. Contribute to clinical trial design, protocol development and Clinical Study Report (CSR)Participate study related activities and provide statistical consultation, input and guidance to cross-functional groupsDevelop and/or review statistical documents or deliverables for clinical trials including Statistical Analysis Plan (SAP) and integrated summaries of drug efficacy and safety, TFLs, interim analysis plan and others.Manage CRO statisticians and internal biostatistics team, including junior statistician, contract statistician and programming team in support of biostatistics operational activities.Work as biostatistics function representative in clinical projects and studies. Attend project and study team meetings as needed. Support and participate activities related to regulatory requests and meetings as needed. Close communication with functional manager is expected. Provide statistical expertise by identifying potential issues, providing recommendations and bring in statistical experts external for relevant issues as needed.RequirementsPh.D. in Biostatistics or statistics At least 4 years of pharmaceutical clinical trial experience In-depth knowledge of clinical trials methodology, regulatory requirements, statisticsComprehensive experience of SAS programming and R/S languageAbility to effectively collaborate in a dynamic environment Excellent practical, organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills are a must.AdditionalWe are open to providing relocation for this positionThe total compensation package for this position will also include incentive compensation and benefits such as health insurance, unlimited paid time off, parental leave, a 401k matching program, and other benefits to its employees.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.QualificationsEDUCATIONPHD or betterJob SummaryRequisition Number: ASSOC002028Job Category: GeneralSchedule: Full-Time