Senior Statistician

Job Title: Director Study Management (Director Statistics) Duration of Contract: 12 Months IR35 Status: Outside About the Role AZ are seeking an experienced and visionary Statistics Director to join our Team and lead strategic statistical innovation across AZ’s oncology post approval portfolio. You will be at the forefront of innovation, driving advanced statistical methodologies and translating insights into actionable strategies that influence global health outcomes. If you have a passion for innovation, deep expertise in statistics, and a desire to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Key Responsibilities Statistical leadership for clinical trials, payer / HEOR / JCA submissions, or evidence generation studies. This role will/ can play an important part in clinical trial design of interventional studies. Lead statistical strategy across multiple complex project workstreams, ensuring alignment with business objectives and scientific rigor. Act as a subject matter expert in statistical innovation, providing guidance and support to cross-functional teams and senior leadership. Implement advanced methodologies such as causal inference and machine learning, and real-world data (RWE) analytics. Translate data-driven insights into clear, actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders and decision-makers. Foster collaboration across diverse internal and external stakeholders, including Discovery, R&D, Medical Affairs, and other strategic partners. Qualifications & Experience • PhD/ MSc/ BSc in Mathematics, or related field preferred with 6+ years of industry experience, with a proven track record of innovation and strategic influence in pharmaceutical development. • Deep expertise in advanced statistical methodologies • Demonstrated ability to influence strategic decisions through data-driven insights, with a track record for global scientific leadership in the development and evaluation of modern programme/ trial design methodologies. • Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with experience navigating cross-functional and external partnerships. • Strong leadership capabilities, able to drive alignment and maintain focus on program goals. • Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to explain novel and standard methods to scientific and clinical colleagues. • Experience within industry of interventional studies Apply now to join an organization that matters – where your expertise will make a measurable difference in public health within Oncology.