Global Head of Early Development Biometrics, Welwyn

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Genentech, Inc

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Posted:

11.03.2025

Expiry Date:

25.04.2025

Job Description:

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The Opportunity

As the Global Head of Early Development Biometrics, you will provide strategic leadership and oversight across Biometrics functions – e.g., Biostatistics, Statistical and Analytical Programming, Data Management – to ensure a cohesive and high-performing collective function that drives excellence in service of our strategy through deep partnership with Roche early development groups. You will oversee Biometrics-wide capabilities including innovative methods and analytical / digital enablers embedded within our workflows and processes. You will report to the Global Head, PD Data Sciences & Analytics (PD-DSA), and you will be responsible for shaping the early development strategy across all core Biometrics capabilities and therapeutic areas in alignment with broader PD-DSA and company objectives, as well as your organizations overall performance.

You will shape the strategy and execution for early development trials at Roche by partnering closely and influencing activities across Biostatistics, Statistical and Analytical Programming, and Data Management as they pertain to the early development portfolio. You will ensure scientific rigor, innovative approaches, and high-quality data solutions, all in service of accelerating decision-making and insights generation for early-phase clinical trials. Your team will leverage cutting-edge analytics, data standards, and automation to ensure delivery of timely, high-quality insights that inform critical decisions in early drug development.

You will lead a global, high-performing organization of approximately 75-100 early development-focused professionals, including Biostatisticians, Statistical Programmers, and Data Managers, to support the unique demands of early development. Your direct reports will be a team of directors and above. Reporting to the Global Head, PD Data Sciences & Analytics, you will have a direct line to influence and contribute to the overall strategy and success of early stage development programs at Roche.

Who You Are

MSc, PhD, or other advanced degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Data Management, Computer Science, or a related field.

More than 15 years experience (significant experience working at a senior level) in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry with an emphasis in early development Biometrics; ability to consult and understand medical issues (highly preferred with experience leading Biometrics in a small- to mid-sized Biotech focused on early-stage assets).

In-depth knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), international and in-country regulations, guidelines and their application, and all other applicable compliance standards related to data and statistical sciences and industry conventions.

Proficiency in statistical programming languages and tools (e.g., SAS, R, Python) and data management systems (e.g., EDC systems, CDISC standards).

Strong understanding of clinical trial design, data collection, and regulatory requirements.

Proven experience in leading and managing high-performing teams.

Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

International travel as required - estimated at 20%.

Relocation benefits are available for this job posting.

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace the increasingly diverse world around us. Genentech prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status and veteran status.

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