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Manager, Biostatistics

Sun Pharma
5+ years
₹18,00,000 – ₹45,00,000 per annum
Gurgaon, Gurugram, India
15 June 24, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time, Hybrid Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, mRS and EQ-5D-5L, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title
Manager – Biostatistics

Company
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Business Unit
Global Clinical Development

Location
Gurgaon (R&D) / Remote / Hybrid

Job Grade
Manager


Job Overview
The Manager – Biostatistics will support the design, execution, analysis, and interpretation of clinical trials and global regulatory submissions. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality statistical inputs for drug development, regulatory filings, and clinical study reporting.


Key Responsibilities

1. Statistical Study Design & Protocol Development

  • Develop statistical design and analysis strategies for clinical protocols

  • Ensure statistical analysis plans (SAPs) are scientifically sound and aligned with study objectives

  • Support development of data collection and analysis standards

  • Implement project-specific statistical standards

2. Database & Data Standards Management

  • Collaborate with data science and programming teams for data collection systems

  • Ensure database design supports short- and long-term study needs

  • Contribute to data monitoring plans

  • Ensure accuracy and consistency of datasets used for analysis

3. Statistical Analysis & Methodology

  • Apply advanced statistical concepts and methodologies in clinical trials

  • Develop innovative statistical approaches to improve study efficiency and sensitivity

  • Provide detailed specifications for statistical programming implementation

  • Ensure correct execution of all planned statistical analyses

  • Evaluate and develop new statistical methodologies when required

4. Reporting & Scientific Communication

  • Prepare statistical reports, summaries, and scientific outputs

  • Ensure accuracy of statistical interpretation in publications and reports

  • Present findings in project and management meetings

  • Provide statistical review for scientific publications and documents

5. Project & Cross-functional Collaboration

  • Partner with clinical development and regulatory teams on study strategy

  • Represent Biostatistics in cross-functional project teams

  • Ensure timely communication of statistical inputs and updates

  • Align statistical strategy with project and functional goals

6. Training & Mentorship

  • Mentor junior statisticians and team members

  • Contribute to internal training programs and scientific seminars

  • Support recruitment and development of statistical talent

  • People managers may handle 2+ direct reports

7. Regulatory & Compliance Activities

  • Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements

  • Review regulatory submission documents (e.g., NDA/BLA, eCTD)

  • Participate in regulatory agency interactions when required

  • Validate external statistical software as per SOPs

8. Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure adherence to SOPs, GxP, and corporate policies

  • Maintain high standards of data integrity and statistical quality

  • Complete mandatory training and compliance requirements


Required Qualifications

  • Strong understanding of Phase I–IV clinical drug development

  • Expertise in statistical analysis and clinical interpretation

  • Proficiency in SAS and R programming

  • Experience with NDA/BLA submissions and eCTD preferred

  • Therapeutic area experience in oncology or dermatology is a plus

  • Strong organizational and time management skills

  • Excellent communication (verbal and written)

  • Strong attention to detail and quality focus

  • Ability to work independently and in global teams

  • Problem-solving and decision-making ability

  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously


Educational Qualification

  • PhD or MS in Biostatistics / Statistics


Experience Required

  • PhD: 2+ years industry experience in pharma R&D

  • MS: 5+ years industry experience in pharma R&D