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Senior Director Biostatistics Head of Statistical Innovation & Methodology

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
September 15, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Philadelphia, PA)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Senior Director Biostatistics, Head of Statistical Innovation & Methodology, providing leadership in advanced statistical methods, innovative trial design, and simulation approaches to support clinical development. Responsibilities: lead development, evaluation, and application of novel statistical methodologies; oversee methodological research; offer expert consultation to clinical teams; shape statistical strategies for trial design and analysis; serve as internal expert and mentor statisticians; engage with external scientific and regulatory bodies; build and lead a dedicated statistical innovation team. Qualifications: PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or related field; 12+ years in pharma/biotech industry with experience in statistical methodology; proven expertise in clinical trial design, adaptive/bayesian methods, simulation; ability to mentor and communicate complex concepts. HighValue: senior leadership in biostatistics, focus on methodological innovation, clinical trial design and analysis, regulatory engagement, and team development. Location: hybrid onsite/remote at Cambridge or Philadelphia; travel not specified.