Associate Director

Description:

Pfizer is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Clinical Statistician at the Associate Director level to join its Rheumatology group under the Inflammation, Immunology & Specialty Care division. This is a pivotal role that involves providing expert statistical support for clinical and scientific research programs, as well as regulatory submissions and publications.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in statistical methodologies, clinical trial design, regulatory compliance, and advanced statistical programming. This position requires a deep understanding of biostatistics, excellent communication abilities, and collaborative engagement across clinical, regulatory, and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide statistical expertise in designing clinical trials, developing protocols, and writing statistical analysis plans

• Lead statistical activities from data analysis to interpretation, reporting, and publication

• Collaborate across cross-functional project teams (Clinical, Programming, Data Management, Regulatory, etc.)

• Ensure adherence to regulatory and Pfizer standards for all statistical deliverables

• Contribute to regulatory submissions and address statistical queries from authorities

• Present study findings in internal meetings, external forums, and scientific publications

• Apply advanced methodologies, including modeling, meta-analysis, and exploratory data analytics

• Mentor junior statisticians and uphold high standards for data integrity and statistical analysis

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Statistics/Biostatistics with 4+ years, or Master’s with 8+ years of clinical trial experience

• Proficient in R, SAS, or Python

• Familiarity with reproducible research tools (e.g., R Markdown, Quarto, GitHub)

• Strong theoretical and applied statistical knowledge

• Proven ability to communicate complex statistical concepts clearly

• Experience with study protocol development and statistical inference

Preferred Skills:

• Strong computational and data visualization skills

• Knowledge of large language models (LLMs) and their applications in clinical settings

• Familiarity with multiple study designs and publication processes

Organizational Interaction:

The role involves active collaboration with departments including Clinical, Medical, Regulatory, Clinical Pharmacology, Commercial Strategy, Outcomes Research, Data Management, and external partners.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary range: $135100 – $225100/year

• Bonus: Targeted at 17.5% of base salary

• Equity Participation: Long-term incentive program (stock-based)

• Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, vision coverage

  • 401(k) with Pfizer match

  • Paid parental leave and caregiver benefits

  • Vacation, holiday, and personal days

  • Relocation assistance (if applicable)