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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$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by providing operational leadership for global clinical studies, ensuring timely delivery, compliance, and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage vendor relations...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of clinical research by leading innovative development programs. Drive the design, execution, and analysis of clinical trials, ensuring high-quality data supports...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$229K - $277K *

Transform the landscape of lymphoma treatment by leading a multidisciplinary team to execute innovative medical strategies, ensuring alignment with global priorities and driving evidence generation fo...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$300K - $360K *

Strategize the commercial operations for our groundbreaking rare disease therapy. Lead infrastructure development and enhance sales forecasting while ensuring efficient cross-department collaboration...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in preclinical pharmacology studies, managing multiple biologic programs, and ensuring rigorous data analysis to advance candidates for bone health therapies thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$206K - $291K *

Lead innovative efforts in pharmaceutical product screening to ensure the quality of medicines in the U.S. by driving a multidisciplinary program integrating advanced technology and analytics, with a...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$260K - $292K *

Champion strategic leadership in new product planning and commercialization, collaborating across teams to assess market opportunities and define product strategies that drive long-term growth and suc...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$173K - $272K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of biologics development, leading a cross-functional team to deliver integrated CMC strategies and ensure successful product commercialization while navigating tec...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$173K - $272K *

Drive the development and commercialization of biologics, ensuring integrated CMC strategies and robust processes. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver on-time outcomes while navigating technical an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$173K - $272K *

Lead the Development and Commercialization Team to drive biologics portfolio success through strategic execution, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring robust CMC strategies an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

Drive quality excellence in clinical programs by overseeing compliance, risk management, and vendor oversight. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure adherence to GCP regulations and lead inspection...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

Drive quality oversight for clinical studies, ensuring compliance and risk management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement quality strategies and serve as a trusted advisor, enhancing...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $190K *

Join a team that's leading analytical development for small-molecule APIs and drug products from IND enabling to NDA readiness, managing partnerships with CDMOs and CROs while ensuring regulatory comp...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's shaping clinical sales strategies and enhancing client relationships. Lead initiatives that drive market growth and improve patient satisfaction while collaborating across disciplin...

Harrisburg, PARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$280K - $311K *

Optimize safety evaluations within our Drug Safety team to drive innovative strategies for monitoring and managing clinical risks, ensuring compliance and maintaining high-quality standards in pharmac...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$194K - $266K *

Champion the future of clinical research by leading study oversight, ensuring participant safety, and driving high-quality execution across cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment focused on r...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Empower clinical trials by managing data integrity and compliance. Oversee data management activities while leading teams and ensuring adherence to regulations. Collaborate effectively to meet project...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$163K - $245K *

Unlock potential by leading data analytics for the U.S. Oncology market, transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive commercial performance and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive analytical excellence by leading a dedicated team of scientists. Oversee method development and ensure compliance with quality standards while fostering collaboration across functions to achieve...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$203K - $275K *

Champion a high-performing content and audience strategy team, driving enterprise-wide initiatives that connect audience needs with scalable content solutions across multiple channels and governance f...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $265K *

Drive innovation in spatial biology by leading R&D projects, developing product strategies, and managing high-performing teams to achieve impactful product launches and quality objectives in a fast-pa...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$177K - $295K *

Champion the transformation to SAP S/4HANA, driving deployment and business readiness while collaborating with leadership to ensure alignment and successful execution of global ERP initiatives at the...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$194K - $291K *

Lead strategic initiatives in developing and executing companion diagnostic assays, ensuring integration into oncology programs while maintaining compliance and quality standards. Collaborate cross-fu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$194K - $291K *

Lead the strategic and operational execution of companion diagnostic projects in oncology, ensuring alignment with clinical development and regulatory standards while driving cross-functional collabor...

Princeton, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Champion client relationships and optimize pharmaceutical distribution projects, leveraging extensive industry expertise to deliver high-quality solutions and insights while managing multiple accounts...

Florida, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.