Sr Biostatistics Director
ExelixisCalifornia, United States
Posted January 14, 2026
216500 - 307000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Every Exelixis employee is united in an ambitious cause: to transform science into new treatments that give cancer patients and their families hope for the future. In this pursuit, we know our employees are our most valuable asset. As a diverse, growing team, everyone at Exelixis plays a role in advancing our mission through our innovative drug discovery, development and commercialization efforts. We take pride in our shared purpose, knowing the magnitude of our impact expands with every medicine we create and every form of cancer tumor type we treat. After operating in the challenging biotech sector for nearly three decades, we've evolved into a multi-platform cancer company with a proven track record of resiliency in the face of adversity. The success of our flagship commercial product set us up on our journey to discover and develop next-generation cancer treatments, driven by our relentless pursuit of results for the patients we serve. Cancer is our cause. Make it yours, too. Please see our Community Guidelines: bit.ly/4iBzJU0 For more information about Exelixis, please visit www.exelixis.com, follow @ExelixisInc on Twitter or like Exelixis, Inc. on Facebook.
Job Description
Provides leadership within biostatistics function to develop and execute statistical strategy, design and analyses for clinical trials in all phases. Applies sound statistical methodology to meet project objectives, health authority guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- BS/BA degree in Statistics/Biostatistics or related discipline and a minimum of fifteen years of related experience; or, MS/MA degree in Statistics/Biostatistics or related discipline and a minimum of thirteen years of related experience; or, PhD in Statistics/Biostatistics or related discipline and a minimum of twelve years of related experience, or; Equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Management and/or support of clinical trials, preferably in the therapeutic area of oncology and in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry.
- Leadership of a phase III clinical trial.
- In-depth knowledge of CDISC standards.
- Management and statistical analysis of data obtained from Phase I – IV clinical studies in support of US NDAs.
- Direct experience with FDA/EU Authority.
Benefits
- 401k plan with generous company contributions
- Group medical, dental and vision coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Discretionary annual bonus program
- Sales-based incentive plan
- Opportunity to purchase company stock
- Long-term incentives
- Accrued vacation days
- Paid holidays
- Sick days