AstraZeneca

Statistical Programming Director

AstraZeneca$168K — $253K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Life Science, or equivalent experience
  • 7+ years of experience with advanced knowledge of clinical development and industry standards
  • Proven leadership capability in programming, with focus on team development
  • Strong influencing, planning, and organizational skills
  • Ability to contribute to functional strategies
  • Expertise in risk management in complex scenarios
  • Current knowledge of relevant technical and regulatory requirements

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic programming leadership within CVRM Biometrics
  • Ensure timely and efficient delivery of project programming work
  • Lead implementation of programming activities independently
  • Oversee delivery of data adhering to industry standards
  • Drive quality statistical analysis for reporting deliverables and submission strategies
  • Act as a specialist within cross-functional teams to promote innovation
  • Develop continuous improvement and automation solutions

Benefits

  • Flexible working arrangements to balance personal and work commitments
  • Collaborative office environment designed for teamwork
  • Eligibility for various incentives including short-term bonuses and equity-based awards
  • Qualified retirement programs and paid time off
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
Full Job Description

We are now offering an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated individual to join us in the role as Statistical Programming Director, providing strategic programming leadership within CVRM Biometrics and collaborating with global product development teams.

Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week in our Gaithersburg office. Our head office is purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects.  

Accountabilities:

As a Statistical Programming Director, you are accountable for quality, timely and efficient delivery of project programming work and information management. This position requires profound programming experience and excellent industry knowledge to independently lead implementation of programming activities. This is a strategic leadership role with project and technical focus where you will provide subject matter expertise within the statistical programming discipline. You will oversee delivery of data according to industry standards, efficient and high-quality statistical analysis for interpretation, reporting deliverables, planning and execution of submission strategies. You will act as a specialist within cross-functional teams to deliver continuous improvement, innovation, and automation solutions.

Essential Skills/Experience:

  • Minimum bachelor's degree in Mathematics (i.e., Applied Math, Engineering, etc), Statistics, Computer Science, Life Science, or equivalent experience

  • Minimum 7 years of experience with advanced knowledge of the clinical development process and industry standards

  • Demonstrated programming leadership capability with ability to develop teams and individuals and lead them towards a common goal

  • Demonstrated influencing, planning and organizational skills

  • Ability to provide input to functional strategies

  • Expertise in risk management in complicated or novel situation

  • Current knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements relevant to the role

Desirable Skills/Experience:

  • Broad experience, ideally across multiple therapeutic areas and outside of the field of Statistical Programming

  • Experience in regulatory submissions and interactions

  • Demonstrated experience designing and implementing business processes

  • Willingness and ability to travel

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from 168,830.4 to 253,245.6 USD. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

At AstraZeneca, we believe in the potential of our people, and you’ll develop beyond what you thought possible. We make the most of your skills and passion by actively supporting you to see what you can achieve no matter where you start with us. As a Statistical Programming Director, you’ll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients’ lives and join us on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

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Date Posted

10-Jun-2026

Closing Date

28-Jun-2026

About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a British-Swedish multinational pharmaceutical company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of prescription drugs. The company was formed in 1999 through the merger of Astra AB and Zeneca Group plc. AstraZeneca's products are used to treat a wide range of medical conditions, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, and diabetes. The company has operations in over 100 countries and employs more than 76,000 people worldwide. AstraZeneca is committed to developing innovative medicines that improve the health and well-being of people around the world.
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83,100 employees
Market Cap
$211.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+10.2%
Revenue
$26.6 billion
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