Executive Director, Biostatistics - Medical Affairs

Role: Executive Director of Biostatistics for Medical Affairs at Gilead, leading biostatistics functions across multiple therapeutic areas, including infectious diseases and cancers. Objectives: oversee statistical support for Medical Affairs studies, observational research, and evidence-generation initiatives; build and lead a high-performing biostatistics team; ensure scientific integrity and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities: provide strategic statistical input, manage internal and external resources, develop departmental standards, foster innovative statistical methodologies, and coordinate cross-functional leadership. Qualifications: PhD in Biostatistics or related field; 12+ years of industry experience (preferred 16+ years), with expertise in medical affairs, observational studies, and evidence generation. Skills: strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and judgment skills; thorough knowledge of drug development, GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory standards. High-Value specifics: focus on therapeutic areas such as viral hepatitis, HIV, COVID-19, and cancer; support for evidence-generation activities; involvement in observational studies; leadership in a GxP environment. Collaboration: reports to Head of Biometrics, interacts with senior leadership, and cross-functional teams. Work setup: not explicitly stated; likely hybrid or onsite given senior leadership role.