Biogen
Associate Director, Medical Affairs Biostatistics
Boston, MA
May 30, 2025
Full-time
Full Job Description

The Associate Director of Biostatistics is responsible for leading complex projects in support of Medical Affairs priorities. The incumbent acts as sole point of contact from Biostatistics with multiple stakeholders across the business. He/she leads the planning of analyses and design of studies with appropriate analytical rigor to generate evidence which addresses questions of importance for patients, prescribers, and payers. Applying the best, current statistical and causal inference approaches, the AD ensures analysis results are sound and interpretable. The AD contributes as a coauthor on scientific publications and disclosures and HTA dossiers to disseminate analysis results and interpretations. The AD ensures timely delivery of analyses and other work products and maintains strong collaborative relationships with key stakeholders. He/she also contributes to the long-term strategy of the Biostatistics department and business partner departments by contributing to process improvement and/or scientific initiatives.

Principal Accountabilities

1. Key contributor to evidence generation plans for assigned drugs or therapeutic area, including study designs and analysis planning against strategic objectives and stakeholder questions.

2. Manages assigned staff and FSPs statisticians to ensure quality and consistency of the deliverables; provides guidance and support to facilitate their development and enhanced efficiency; provides regular feedback to staff and management.

3. Provides key strategic contributions and subject matter expertise in addressing formulary/reimbursement, competitive or other challenges to the company's products or disclosures. processes and represents the biostatistics of the company in key regulatory meetings or meetings with KOLs as required.

4. Acts as an internal consultant on specific statistical issues that impact across the value chain, according to statistical areas of expertise.

5. Participates in process improvement initiatives; keeps up to date on current statistical methodology development and drug development, payer, and competitive environments

Who You Are:

You are an experienced biostatistician with a thorough understanding of statistical principles and their application to drug development and commercialization. You thrive in a dynamic environment and are able to prioritize delivery for impact. You are strategic in your thinking without sacrificing important attention to detail needed for scientific rigor. You enjoy collaborating with cross-functional

colleagues and are able to influence strategic outcomes in a team environment. You are committed to the power of information through analytics to positively

Qualifications

* PhD in Biostatistics/Statistics or equivalent with a preferred 6+ years relevant work experience or MS in Biostatistics/Statistics with a preferred 8+ years relevant experience

* Broad and thorough understanding of statistical principles and causal inference principles; able to practice and implement them.

* Ability to rapidly adopt or develop innovative/creative statistical techniques to address complex problems

* Strong verbal and written communication skills.

* Leadership skills, including influencing without authority and effective prioritization and conflict resolution.

* Ability to thrive and adapt in a dynamic environment.


impact patient health and transform lives


Job Level: Management


Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is: $172,000.00-$237,000.00


Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees' and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
  • Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
  • A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
  • Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
  • 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
  • Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
  • 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
  • Employee Resource Groups participation

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired.Read onto learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

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