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Novartis Services Incorporated Director Biostatistics in East Hanover, New Jersey Job Description Summary As the Director/Sr Biostatistics, you will influence and drive statistical strategy/innovation directly taking part in cross-functional collaboration and decision making for program(s) across multiple indications/therapeutic/disease areas within drug development in the Immunology Development Unit. You will lead and integrate input from different quantitative scientists impacting clinical development, health authority interactions, represent the Advanced Quantitative Sciences function at internal and external decision boards, develop and mentor other statisticians, and provide strategic, technical, operational, and scientific leadership and solutions to the organization. Key Responsibilities: Ensure expert level contribution to strategy (design, analysis/synthesis, interpretation and reporting, health authority response, negotiating with pricing agencies, influence and implement publication strategy, quantitative decision making) for critical studies in a program. Strategic statistical input and influence into one or more projects (development plan, dose-finding strategy, regulatory strategy, publication strategy, pricing & reimbursement strategy, statistical deliverables). Lead collaborations with clinical, regulatory and other strategic functions to drive quantitative decision making in drug development and enable successful impact on robust drug development plans. Collaborate across functions to ensure timeliness and quality of statistical deliverables. Propose and implement innovative designs and methods to optimize drug development. Represent all functions within Advanced Quantitative Sciences (Biostatistics, Pharmacometrics, Statistical Programming) at the Global Program Team (GPT). Plan, prioritize and oversee project level activities and ensure efficient resource management within or across franchise and effective partnership with vendors. Lead the review and implementation of health authority guidance. Represent biostatistics in interacting with external experts (statistical, clinical, and technical). Essential Requirements: MS (in Statistics or equivalent) with 12+ years relevant work experience or PhD (in Statistics or equivalent) with 8+ years relevant work experience. Has advanced knowledge of applying statistics and innovative approaches Expert knowledge in a variety of statistical areas. Record of successful implementation of novel methods and/or innovative strategies in drug development. Extensive knowledge of drug development and HA guidelines. Strong understanding of at least one disease area. Fluent English (oral and written). Strong interpersonal and communication skills bridging scientific and business needs. Desirable Requirements: Proven people leadership ability and expert skills in building partnerships and collaborations. Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between: $185,500 and $344,500/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/24 through 12/31/24, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Why Novartis: Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people's lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve. Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations: The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message. EEO Statement: The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Salary Range: $185,500.00 - $344,500.00 Skills Desired: Automation, Biostatistics, Clinical Trials, Computer Programming, Cross-Functional Teams, Data Analytics, Data Strategy, Decision Making Skills, Global Project Management, Metadata Management, Statistical Analysis. #J-18808-Ljbffr Novartis Services Incorporated

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