ORIC Pharmaceuticals

Vice President, Biostatistics

ORIC Pharmaceuticals$320K — $350K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD or master's in Biostatistics, Statistics, or related field.
  • 15+ years in biotech/pharmaceutical R&D, with late-stage development experience preferred.
  • 7+ years leading Biostatistics teams with management responsibilities.
  • Proven success in statistical strategy for pivotal trials and regulatory submissions.
  • Strong ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate ambiguity.

Responsibilities

  • Lead biostatistics strategy across all clinical development, from early to late stages.
  • Provide leadership for the design of Phase 3 clinical trials and innovative methodologies.
  • Oversee development of statistical analysis plans and contribute to regulatory documents.
  • Support decision-making at key program milestones through data interpretation.
  • Serve as the biostatistics lead in external committee interactions and regulatory communications.
  • Manage CROs and data vendors to ensure quality deliverables and compliance.
  • Champion modern data practices to support scale and efficiency.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Generous paid time off policy including vacation and holidays.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Collaborative work culture emphasizing team growth and high performance.
Full Job Description
Reporting to the EVP, Clinical Development, the Vice President of Biostatistics will provide strategic and operation leadership for all biostatistics activities across the company's development portfolio. This individual will play a critical role in advancing clinical programs and supporting global regulatory submissions and approvals. The VP will oversee statistical strategy, trial design, and data interpretation across multiple programs, with a strong focus on lung and prostate cancer indications. This leader will work cross-functionally with Clinical Development, Data Management, Clinical Operations, Medical Affairs, and Regulatory Affairs, to ensure seamless execution, data driven decision making, and robust, high-quality data generation aligned with global health authorities expectations. This role requires deep expertise in statistical methodologies, strong scientific judgment, and the ability to anticipate what is required to advance complex clinical programs in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will balance scientific rigor with operational excellence, and communicate effectively with executive leaders, scientific teams, regulators, and external partners. The VP will also be instrumental in enhancing organizational capability and fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture aligned with our values. Job Description 3 Lead the overall biostatistics strategy across all clinical development programs, from early development through registration and post-marketing activities. 3 Provide statistical leadership for the design and execution of Phase 3 clinical trials, including innovative trial design and methodology (eg, adaptive designs and modeling approaches), endpoint selection, and sample size determination. 3 Oversee the development of statistical analysis plans (SAPs) and contribute to the development of clinical study reports (CSRs) and regulatory submission documents. 3 Lead data interpretation and support decision-making at key program milestones, including interim analyses and final data readouts. 3 Serve as the biostatistics lead in interactions with external data monitoring committees and global health authorities. 3 Oversee CROs, data vendors, and technology platforms to ensure high-quality deliverables, on-time execution, and compliance with regulatory and industry standards. 3 Champion modern data management and statistical computing practices, ensuring infrastructure supports scale, audit readiness, and efficiency. 3 Stay abreast of emerging statistical methodologies, regulatory trends, and industry best practices to ensure the organization remains at the forefront of scientific and statistical innovation. 3 Lead and mentor a high-performing biostatistics team, including internal staff and external vendors/CRO partners. Qualifications 3 PhD or master's degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or related field. 3 15+ years of relevant experience in biotech/pharmaceutical R&D. 3 Late stage development experience. in particular in Oncology, is strongly preferred. 3 At least 7 years leading Biostatistics teams, including management of statisticians, programmers, and/or data management groups. 3 Demonstrated success in shaping statistical strategy for pivotal trials and regulatory submissions. 3 Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, navigate ambiguity, and drive alignment across cross-functional teams. 3 Strong track record of contributing to late-stage development/regulatory submissions with NDA experience strongly preferred. 3 Deep understanding of global regulatory guidelines, data requirements, clinical operations interfaces, and inspection readiness. 3 Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex statistical concepts into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences. 3 Experience managing departmental budgets, vendor relationships, and technical infrastructure. 3 Highly collaborative, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust across teams. 3 Strategic thinker with strong scientific rigor and operational pragmatism. 3 Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment; able to manage multiple priorities with clarity and focus. 3 Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and a commitment to continuous learning and team development. 3 Comfortable with hands-on leadership in a small-company environment. Additional Information The anticipated base salary for candidates who will work on-site at our San Diego location is between $320,000-$350,000 per year. The final rate offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include, title, type and length of experience within the role, type and length of experience within the industry, education, geography, and other job-related factors. This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

About ORIC Pharmaceuticals

ORIC Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that is developing therapies for cancer patients. The company was founded in 2014 by Charles Sawyers, Scott Lowe, and Nathanael Gray. ORIC's lead product candidate, ORIC-101, is a small molecule inhibitor of the glucocorticoid receptor that is being developed for the treatment of prostate, breast, and other cancers. The company is also developing other product candidates that target resistance mechanisms in cancer. ORIC has partnerships with AstraZeneca and others. The company has raised over $300 million in funding to date.
Learn more about ORIC Pharmaceuticals
Size
79 employees
Market Cap
$178.7 million
Industry
Net Income
-$53.8 million
Founded
2014
NASDAQ

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