Senior Manager, Biostatistics Job at SoTalent, Boston, MA

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  • SoTalent
  • Boston, MA

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Manager, Biostatistics

Location: Boston, MA

About the Organization

This organization is a research-focused global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing innovative therapies that make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. Guided by strong values and a long-term commitment to science, its teams apply data, analytics, and digital innovation to accelerate drug development and improve health outcomes worldwide.

A large, multidisciplinary quantitative science organization supports this mission by bringing together experts in biostatistics, programming, clinical pharmacology, real-world evidence, epidemiology, and patient safety. These professionals work across development programs, applying advanced analytics, simulation, automation, and emerging data sources to inform smarter, faster decisions.

Role Overview

The Senior Manager, Biostatistics provides strategic and hands-on statistical leadership for clinical development programs within the neuroscience portfolio. This role involves independent oversight of studies and programs, development of innovative analytical approaches, and contribution to data-driven decision-making throughout the clinical lifecycle. The position plays a key role in advancing clinical strategies and supporting regulatory interactions.

Key Responsibilities

Program Delivery & Strategic Contribution

  • Assume accountability for statistical leadership at the study or program level
  • Guide and influence cross-functional project teams to ensure timely, high-quality delivery
  • Lead complex statistical analyses and trial simulations to improve study design and execution
  • Apply quantitative frameworks to support evidence-based development decisions
  • Contribute to regulatory submissions and responses, including statistical sections and analyses
  • Support program-level planning by identifying risks and proposing mitigation strategies

Collaboration & Organizational Impact

  • Partner closely with global project sub-teams such as evidence generation and clinical development
  • Collaborate across quantitative science disciplines and R&D functions
  • Contribute to broader methodological, operational, and strategic initiatives

Core Skills & Expertise

  • Deep knowledge of clinical drug development, study design, analysis methods, and interpretation
  • Strong understanding of regulatory expectations and global standards governing clinical trials
  • Proficiency in statistical programming using SAS and R
  • Ability to design and interpret simulations to support development strategy
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex concepts to non-specialists
  • Demonstrated experience across multiple development phases or therapeutic areas
  • (Neuroscience experience is strongly preferred)
  • Solid project and stakeholder management capabilities
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional environments

Technical & Professional Capabilities

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

  • Willingness and ability to expand expertise beyond a primary specialty
  • Strong learning orientation and commitment to continuous improvement
  • Confidence translating quantitative insights into actionable recommendations

Leadership Expectations

In this role, you may:

  • Lead or contribute to global program teams and cross-functional initiatives
  • Manage priorities independently across multiple projects
  • Influence decision-making while enabling alignment and progress
  • Represent statistical perspectives internally and externally on relevant topics

Education & Experience Requirements

  • Advanced degree in statistics, biostatistics, or a related quantitative discipline
  • PhD with approximately 3 or more years of relevant experience, or
  • Master’s degree with approximately 6 or more years of relevant experience

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will:

  • Demonstrate sound judgment and confident decision-making
  • Proactively build strong, collaborative working relationships
  • Balance scientific rigor with practical execution

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated Base Salary Range (Boston, MA):

$137,000 – $215,270

Compensation is determined based on experience, education, role scope, and location. The organization is committed to equitable and transparent pay practices and offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ professional and personal well-being.

Please note: This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position. A comprehensive job description is shared by a member of our team

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