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Manager Biostatistician

Sun Pharma
2+ years
Not Disclosed
Gurgaon, Remote, India, India
10 May 26, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title

Manager – Biostatistician (Biostatistics Lead Support)

Location

Gurgaon, India (Remote/Hybrid)

Department

Global Clinical Development – R&D

Company

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd


Role Summary

The Manager – Biostatistician is responsible for leading and supporting statistical design, analysis, interpretation, and regulatory submission activities for global clinical trials across all phases (Phase I–IV). The role ensures scientific rigor, regulatory compliance, and high-quality statistical input into drug development programs.


Key Responsibilities

1. Study Design & Statistical Strategy

  • Develop statistical design and methodology for clinical trial protocols

  • Ensure Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs) are scientifically sound and aligned with study objectives

  • Support development of project-level statistical standards and data strategies


2. Clinical Data & Analysis Planning

  • Collaborate with data management, programming, and clinical teams

  • Ensure proper study design supports downstream analysis needs

  • Contribute to data monitoring and statistical data standards

  • Ensure accuracy and consistency of datasets used for analysis


3. Statistical Analysis & Methodology

  • Perform and oversee complex statistical analyses for clinical trials

  • Develop or recommend novel statistical methodologies when required

  • Provide detailed specifications for statistical programming implementation

  • Ensure all analyses align with regulatory expectations


4. Clinical Study Reporting & Publications

  • Prepare statistical interpretation of clinical trial results

  • Review and validate scientific reports, publications, and presentations

  • Ensure accuracy of statistical sections in regulatory and medical documents

  • Present results in internal and external project meetings


5. Regulatory Support

  • Support global regulatory submissions (e.g., NDA, BLA, eCTD packages)

  • Review and validate submission documents for statistical accuracy

  • Participate in regulatory authority interactions when needed

  • Ensure compliance with regulatory statistical requirements


6. Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with Clinical, Regulatory, Data Science, and Programming teams

  • Provide statistical input into drug development strategy

  • Represent biostatistics in cross-functional project teams

  • Align functional and project-level statistical priorities


7. Leadership & Mentorship

  • Mentor junior statisticians and analysts

  • Support recruitment and training activities

  • Guide team on statistical methodology and best practices

  • Manage workload across multiple projects (people management for 2+ reports if applicable)


8. Compliance & Quality

  • Ensure adherence to SOPs, GxP, and regulatory guidelines

  • Maintain compliance with internal quality systems

  • Validate external statistical software as per regulatory requirements

  • Ensure audit-ready statistical documentation


Required Qualifications

Education

  • Ph.D. or M.S. in:

    • Biostatistics

    • Statistics

    • Or related quantitative field


Experience

  • Ph.D.: 2+ years industry experience

  • M.S.: 5+ years industry experience

  • Experience in pharmaceutical or clinical R&D environment required


Technical Skills

  • Strong knowledge of clinical trial design (Phase I–IV)

  • Expertise in statistical methodologies and inference

  • Proficiency in SAS and R

  • Experience with NDA / BLA / eCTD submissions (preferred)

  • Knowledge of regulatory guidelines for clinical statistics

  • Experience in oncology or dermatology (preferred advantage)


Soft Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills

  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

  • High attention to detail and quality

  • Leadership mindset with mentoring capability

  • Strong accountability and ownership


Core Function

This role ensures scientifically robust statistical design and analysis to support global clinical trials, regulatory submissions, and evidence generation for new drug approvals.


About the Company

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd is a global pharmaceutical leader specializing in innovative and generic medicines, with strong capabilities in clinical development, regulatory submissions, and global R&D operations.