Statistical Programming Associate Director
Typical Accountabilities:
• Acts as a regional technical expert supporting the delivery of strategic input within the area of Programming or as project manager executes the delivery of functional strategy
• Either as an expert or project manager develops database system and research processes across the area of Programming
• Acts as a source of knowledge in area of expertise, defining and communicating important initiatives across department and functions
• Contributes to establishing and implementing policies, procedures and objectives for own work or though managing a team, to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations
• Leads the development of Programming standards or techniques in to improve the quality, compliance and efficiency of deliverables for overall Group efficiency
• Reviews adverse event documents prepared by the Programming personnel for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Accountable for specialised research or delivery of internal reports to enhance the effectiveness of Programming contributions to worldwide submissions across a range of products
• Keeps own knowledge of best practices and new relevant developments up to date
Typical People Management Responsibility (direct / indirect reports):
• Approximate number of people managed in total (all levels) - 10
• Manager of a team
What is the global remit? (how many countries will the role operate in?):
• Own country
Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• Essential: Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline; Significant experience in Programming
• Desirable: Advanced degree within field; Professional certification; Project management experience
Key Relationship to reach solutions:
• Internal (to AZ or team): Programming Function; Compliance Team; Members of Development
• External (to AZ): External service providers and regulatory bodies