Senior Director, Clinical Biometrics

Who we are looking for Strategic leadership role within Global Clinical Development, responsible for overseeing Data Management, Biostatistics, and Statistical Programming functions. The position drives the vision, execution, and innovation of clinical data strategies across all phases of drug development, ensuring scientific rigor, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Acts as responsible manager and high-functioning leader, accountable for building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. This is what you will do You will be responsible for Strategic Direction & InnovationDefine and execute the data and statistical vision in alignment with Global Clinical Development and R&D strategy. Introduce and support new methodologies and technologies (e.g., innovative designs and approaches, AI‑based analytics, digital endpoints) to accelerate and optimize clinical drug development. Ensure data and evidence generation capabilities evolve with industry trends and internal needs.Functional & Operational OversightOversee efficient planning, conduct, and effective delivery of clinical data management and statistical analysis activities. Ensure functional excellence across protocol development, CRF design, data standards, statistical analysis plans, programming, and reporting, and submission dossiers. Uphold outsourcing strategies and manage strategic relationships with CROs and technology vendors.Leadership & People ManagementProvide line management and career development to functional leads and team members in Data Management, Biostatistics, and Statistical Programming. Build technical capabilities, foster talent development, and promote a high‑performance, collaborative and innovation‑oriented culture. Support organizational growth through strategic hiring and internal mentoring.Cross‑Functional CollaborationPartner closely with Clinical Operations, Clinical Excellence, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, and other key functions to ensure alignment and seamless trial execution. Act as a strategic contributor in clinical study design, development plans and submission dossiers, ensuring statistical and data quality excellence, and supporting data democratization.Represent data and statistical functions in internal governance bodies and external engagements, including with regulatory bodies, conferences, thought leaders and HTA bodies where required. You will need to haveAdvanced degree (MSc or PhD) in Biostatistics, Mathematics, Life Sciences, or related discipline. Minimum 10 years of experience management or leadership roles in global biometrics. Experience in both early‑ and late‑phase clinical development, preferably in a pharmaceutical setting. Deep knowledge of GCP, ICH, CDISC (SDTM, ADaM), and regulatory requirements. Expertise in tools such as SAS, R, and modern clinical data systems (EDC). Familiarity with innovative data approaches (e.g., clinical evidence integration, adaptive designs, automation tools) considered a strong asset.We would prefer for you to have Strategic mindset with operational discipline. Proven ability to lead change, build teams, and influence across functions and levels. Strong communication, decision‑making, and organizational skills. Commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. Location Flexible location within Europe, with the possibility of remote working. What we offer You would join a dynamic, fast‑growing, challenging and friendly environment. In Chiesi we firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, that is why we invest in continuous training, learning and development. Therefore, we strive to continuously promote and satisfy development needs, paying particular attention to the quality of our working environment and to collective well‑being. We want our people to come to work happy every day, and we know how important it is to find the right work‑life balance in order to be able to give our best. That is why we offer a flexible working approach, remote working, support in the relocation process, tax assistance service for foreign colleagues and many other people‑care services.#J-18808-Ljbffr