Director, Biostatistics Jobs

Explore Director, Biostatistics opportunities on Ladders, a career platform focused on vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Directors of Biostatistics guide the statistical strategy behind clinical research and other data-driven programs, helping organizations turn complex evidence into sound decisions.

What Does a Director of Biostatistics Do?

Directors lead biostatistics teams and provide strategic oversight across research programs. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include shaping study design, developing statistical analysis plans, overseeing data analysis, interpreting results, and communicating findings to scientific, medical, regulatory, and business stakeholders. In life sciences, they may support clinical development from early research through late-stage trials and regulatory submissions.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek extensive biostatistics experience, strong statistical and analytical judgment, and a record of leading projects or teams. Relevant expertise may include clinical trial methodology, statistical programming, data interpretation, and applicable regulatory standards. Clear communication, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to guide decisions with evidence are also important. Requirements vary by employer and role.

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Find Director, Biostatistics jobs across organizations seeking experienced leaders in research, healthcare, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals. Browse opportunities on Ladders to identify roles that align with your expertise, leadership experience, and career goals.

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$150K - $180K *

Empower your career by leading global regulatory strategies for diverse medical products. Drive compliance and oversee submissions while mentoring a dedicated team in a dynamic, hybrid environment foc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $348K *

Transform clinical research through expert medical management and support. Collaborate with teams to ensure protocol integrity, provide training, and contribute to business development while maintaini...

Durham, NCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$163K - $264K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead nonclinical formulation development, manage CROs and CDMOs, and drive innovative drug product strategies for clinical programs. Your expertise will shape the future of...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $210K *

Drive the data strategy for Group Benefits, collaborating with teams to enhance data usage, ensure accountability, and promote governance while engaging with senior leaders and stakeholders to fuel or...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $210K *

Drive data strategy and execution within Group Benefits, collaborating across teams to enhance data usage, accountability, and governance. Lead initiatives that fuel growth while ensuring compliance a...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $210K *

Elevate your career by leading data strategy initiatives, collaborating with diverse teams, and driving impactful data governance within Group Benefits. This role offers a unique opportunity to influe...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $205K *

Elevate scientific rigor in real-world evidence development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure agent conceptualization and evaluation meet scientific standards, driving impactful solut...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $240K *

Drive excellence in Quality Assurance by overseeing the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with global cGMP regulations, and fostering a high-performance culture to deliver transformative...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$201K - $360K *

Help us redefine patient safety by leading pharmacovigilance efforts and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality medical evaluations throughout the product lifecycle. Your exp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $125K *

Lead the charge in crafting innovative, cross-channel media strategies that drive results for top-tier entertainment clients. Collaborate with teams to bridge strategy and creativity, ensuring impactf...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $125K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$142K - $224K *

Empower our submission data standards quality management by overseeing deliverables for global regulatory applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance electronic submission process...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Transform the future of clinical data standards by leading quality management for regulatory submissions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, ensuring high-quality deliverabl...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Elevate your career by overseeing submission data standards for global regulatory applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality deliverables and continuous improvement i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$181K - $336K *

Drive strategic advisory initiatives in commercial regulatory affairs while leading a high-performing team to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance compliance in pharmaceutical communicat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful scientific communication by overseeing content development across therapeutic areas, ensuring strategic alignment with client goals while managing a team and collaborating with various...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $106K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to execute statistical analyses, develop datasets, and ensure quality deliverables in clinical and translational research, contributing t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$112K - $223K *

Shape the future of pharmacovigilance by leading global projects, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational excellence. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive quality and efficiency while mentor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $223K *

Transform global pharmacovigilance services by leading teams and projects, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while enhancing processes and supporting clinical development across diverse t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $185K *

Engage in a pivotal role driving HR analytics and workforce strategy. Collaborate with leaders to transform data into actionable insights, fostering trusted partnerships and enhancing decision-making...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$186K - $233K *

Optimize clinical supply chain operations by planning and delivering compliant clinical supplies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support ongoing development programs in a dynamic ph...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$195K - $240K *

Shape the future of strategic initiatives by leading cross-functional teams to drive impactful projects in North America. Collaborate with senior leadership to align strategies, evaluate progress, and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $185K *

Drive strategic insights at the intersection of HR and analytics, partnering with leaders to enhance workforce planning and decision-making. Own end-to-end analytics processes, transforming data into...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $185K *

Transform workforce analytics by partnering with HR leaders to drive strategic insights and decisions. Own end-to-end analytics, cultivate trusted relationships, and enhance data capabilities to suppo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $185K *

Elevate workforce strategy through data-driven insights, partnering with HR leaders to enhance decision-making and drive organizational success. Lead analytics initiatives from data wrangling to strat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Biostatistics do?question toggle

    A Director of Biostatistics leads statistical strategy and teams, overseeing work such as study design, analysis planning, interpretation of results, and communication of evidence. Specific responsibilities vary by organization and industry.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director, Biostatistics jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically look for substantial biostatistics experience, advanced analytical expertise, and leadership ability. Roles may also call for knowledge of clinical research, statistical programming, regulatory standards, and cross-functional collaboration.

  • Where do Directors of Biostatistics work?question toggle

    Directors of Biostatistics may work in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare, clinical research, academic, or other data-intensive organizations. The scope of the role depends on the employer and its research programs.

  • How can I find Director, Biostatistics jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Director, Biostatistics listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation details, responsibilities, and qualifications.