Statistical Science Director - CVRM

Are you ready to shape the statistical strategy that advances medicines in cardiovascular, renal and metabolism, bringing meaningful benefit to patients worldwide? You will join a fast-moving, collaborative community of statisticians and data scientists, working on complex challenges that demand curiosity, resilience and smart risk-taking. Your leadership will influence statistical strategy or technical activities related to design, delivery and interpretation, high level internal governance committees and/or regulatory submissions of a project. Do you want your work to drive decisive choices and successful submissions across a rich pipeline? Step into a position where your expertise is trusted, your voice matters and your impact is tangible. Accountabilities: The Statistical Science Director will typically lead a project. The accountabilities for supporting projects directly include: • Lead the statistical design and strategy to product development plans, clinical studies, regulatory strategy, health technology assessment and/or commercial activities as appropriate for the stage of the product • Lead the statistical content and ensure quality for study designs, documents, delivery and interpretation and submission • Quantify the benefit, risk, value and uncertainty of the emerging product profile and can communicate these effectively within the team • Provide global leadership to others and direct project work delivered by internal and external staff • Partner with CROs to ensure delivery to quality and time • Represent AZ externally which may include health authorities, advisory boards, conferences, workshops and/or payer interactions • Maintain knowledge of statistical methodology in relevant areas and promote, investigate and implement novel statistical approaches • Represent statistical strategy and decision making at internal decision-making governance including review boards, therapy area leadership teams and internal governance committees • Mentor/coach and support the technical education and training of Statistics staff Essential Qualifications: • MSc/PhD in Statistics, Mathematics (containing a substantial statistical component), or recognised equivalent to stats MSc • Track record of background in leading independently • Exemplary technical skills Desirable Qualifications: • TA or disease area knowledge expertise • Exposure to business development opportunities (e.g.in licencing) • Project management skills • Proficiency in programming SAS and/or R and Python When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world. Why AstraZeneca Here, your statistical leadership fuels progress for patients and the business. You will work across a diverse pipeline with modern tools and encouraging peers, tackling complex questions that demand creative, high-integrity solutions. We bring a diverse set of minds together, invite challenge, and recognize learning as we move fast from idea to impact. Our culture values kindness alongside ambition. You have the freedom to experiment and access to influence. You will enjoy the happiness of seeing your work unlock decisions that bring medicines to those who need them most. Bring your expertise to a high-impact pipeline—take the lead on programs that matter and shape the future of CVRM development today. Date Posted 20-Apr-2026 Closing Date 05-Jun-2026 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world's most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we're dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We're curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We're driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you'll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you'll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.