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Senior Manager – Biostatistics

Sun Pharma
5+ years
Not Disclosed
Gurgaon, Mumbai, India
1 June 4, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Hybrid Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill

Senior Manager – Biostatistics

Location: Gurugram / Mumbai, India (Hybrid)
Department: Biostatistics & Biometrics
Job Grade: Senior Manager
Company: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Employment Type: Full-Time


Job Summary

The Senior Manager – Biostatistics is responsible for providing strategic and operational statistical leadership across clinical development programs, registration studies, and global regulatory submissions. The role supports the design, execution, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of clinical trials from Phase I through Phase IV while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

The incumbent will collaborate closely with Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Statistical Programming, Data Management, Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, and external partners to deliver high-quality statistical analyses that support critical business and regulatory decisions.

Reporting to the Senior Director – Biostatistics, the role serves as a key contributor to study design, statistical methodology, regulatory interactions, and innovation initiatives within the Biostatistics function.


Key Responsibilities

Statistical Leadership & Clinical Development Support

  • Serve as the Lead Biostatistician for assigned clinical development programs and multiple clinical studies.

  • Provide statistical expertise throughout the clinical trial lifecycle.

  • Support study design, protocol development, endpoint selection, and analysis strategy development.

  • Ensure statistical methodologies align with clinical, scientific, and regulatory objectives.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support development and registration strategies.


Statistical Analysis Planning

  • Author and review:

    • Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs)

    • Table, Listing, and Figure (TLF) Shells

    • Randomization Specifications

    • Statistical Sections of Study Protocols

    • Statistical Reports and Supporting Documentation

  • Ensure consistency between study protocols, SAPs, and regulatory requirements.


Data Analysis & Reporting

  • Plan and oversee statistical analyses for clinical studies.

  • Review and approve:

    • Analysis Data Model (ADaM) Specifications

    • Statistical Programming Deliverables

    • TLF Outputs

    • Clinical Data Analysis Reports

  • Ensure statistical outputs meet quality standards and regulatory expectations.

  • Interpret study results and provide scientific recommendations to project teams.


Regulatory Submission Support

  • Support global regulatory submissions, including:

    • NDA (New Drug Applications)

    • BLA (Biologics License Applications)

    • Supplemental Regulatory Filings

  • Provide statistical input for:

    • Clinical Study Reports (CSRs)

    • Regulatory Briefing Documents

    • Health Authority Responses

    • Submission Packages

  • Participate in regulatory interactions and support responses to agency queries.


Advanced Statistical Methodology

  • Apply advanced statistical techniques to support drug development programs.

  • Design and evaluate:

    • Bayesian Statistical Models

    • Adaptive Clinical Trial Designs

    • Sample Size Determination

    • Power Calculations

    • Simulation-Based Trial Assessments

  • Evaluate innovative methodologies to improve study efficiency and decision-making.


Exploratory Analysis & Scientific Support

  • Conduct exploratory analyses to support scientific and clinical decision-making.

  • Provide statistical consultation to cross-functional teams.

  • Support publication activities, including:

    • Scientific Manuscripts

    • Medical Conference Presentations

    • Posters

    • Abstracts

  • Contribute to evidence generation and scientific communication initiatives.


Cross-Functional Collaboration

Collaborate closely with:

  • Clinical Development

  • Medical Affairs

  • Statistical Programming

  • Clinical Data Management

  • Regulatory Affairs

  • Pharmacovigilance

  • Clinical Operations

  • External CROs and Vendors

  • Participate in study team and project governance meetings.

  • Provide statistical guidance and recommendations to stakeholders.

  • Ensure alignment between statistical strategy and overall development objectives.


Innovation & Continuous Improvement

  • Contribute to development and implementation of innovative statistical methodologies.

  • Support process optimization and operational excellence initiatives.

  • Participate in:

    • SOP Development

    • Statistical Standards Development

    • Best Practice Implementation

    • Training Programs

  • Drive continuous improvement within the Biostatistics function.


Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • ICH Guidelines

    • Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

    • Regulatory Requirements

    • Internal SOPs

    • Industry Standards

  • Maintain audit and inspection readiness.

  • Ensure statistical deliverables meet quality and compliance expectations.


Educational Qualifications

Required

PhD in:

  • Biostatistics

  • Statistics

  • Mathematics

  • Epidemiology

  • Related Quantitative Discipline

Alternative Qualification

Master’s Degree in:

  • Biostatistics

  • Statistics

  • Mathematics

  • Epidemiology

  • Related Quantitative Discipline

with significant industry experience.


Experience Requirements

Required

  • PhD with a minimum of 5 years of relevant pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO experience.

OR

  • Master’s Degree with a minimum of 10 years of relevant pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO experience.

Preferred

  • Experience supporting global clinical development programs.

  • Experience across Phase I–IV clinical trials.

  • Experience supporting regulatory submissions.

  • Experience in multidisciplinary clinical development environments