ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR SAS STATISTICAL PROGRAMMING - R&I

Are you ready to fuse science and data to develop bold solutions? We are seeking an Associate Director Statistical Programmer to lead, manage, and develop a team of programmers.
This role presents an opportunity to showcase your delivery/department mindset and management skills in overseeing one moderate scope and complexity drug project or multiple smaller ones.
As a recognized expert within your field, you will often be the first point of contact for related queries, act as a coach or mentor for staff, and act as a specialist within cross-functional teams to deliver continuous improvement.
Accountabilities • Leads, manages and develops a group of programmers, providing guidance and mentorship.
Manages training and timesheet compliance • Work according to agreed functional and regional SHE strategy by ensuring proper management of SHE risks, incidents, reporting, follow-up and improvements.
• Arranges and structures the team in order to create an environment where the team can work productively and collaboratively together • Defines, monitor and assess objectives for team • Provides input to capacity management for all projects in scope • Captures business needs and plans recruitment accordingly • Recruits and builds the team with the appropriate skill set • Maintains talent and ensures talent development • Maintains own and team knowledge of the latest industry and regulatory requirements to stay current in the Programming practices • Leads Implementation of statistical programming aspects of the of the protocol or clinical development program • Acts as technical subject matter expert for aspect(s) of the TA, Project, or function • Manages activities of our external partners (i.
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Contract Research Organisations) • Accountable for managing contracting staff • Manages and escalate risk in complicated or novel situations within their study and/or projects • Overall accountability for the quality and compliance to internal, external and regulatory requirements for the delivery of programming aspects in clinical development; holds partners and providers accountable for the quality of their deliverables • Leads or participates in cross-functional administrative or process improvement initiative(s) • Drives the continuous improvement of the team and function through personal action and process initiatives • Drives the development of best practices to improve quality, efficiency and/or effectiveness within function • Contributes to the function by providing training and mentorship • Influences stakeholders by providing subject matter expertise on programming related items • Drives standards development and implementation • Measures the compliance of and ensures that there is a consistent approach to data standards and automation and its implementation • Collaborates/influence cross-functionally and represents Programming leadership where required Essential Skills/Experience.
Degree in Mathematics (i.
., Applied Math, Engineering, etc), Statistics, Computer Science, Life Science, or equivalent experience Thorough knowledge of the clinical development process Thorough knowledge of industry standards Demonstrated leadership capability and proven ability to lead teams towards a common goal Demonstrated planning and organisational skill Ability to influence relevant stakeholders and global teams Ability to develop individuals Ability to manage risk in complicated or novel situations Current knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements relevant to the role Project mindset   Desirable Skills/Experience.
Experience implementing business processes Willingness and ability to travel Experience in problem solving and conflict resolution skills   Why AstraZeneca? At AstraZeneca's Biopharmaceuticals R&D division, you will play an essential role in helping patients who need it the most.
There is no better place to apply your Biometrics expertise in a new and different way.
Here, we don't accept the status quo, digging deep to see what the data is telling us, using cutting-edge methodologies and models to drive scientific breakthroughs.
Our supportive, yet challenging, approach makes for an inspiring learning environment.
Every setback is seen as a chance to improve, every critique pushes us towards the next ground-breaking solution.
We are always expanding our knowledge to get a broad perspective.
It allows us to leverage and fuse our own skills with others to maximise impact.
Ready to make a profound impact with research that makes a clear and tangible difference? Apply today and join us in our mission to fuse science and data for the betterment of patients worldwide! AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.
We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.
We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.
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