Statistics & Data Science Innovation Hub - Data Science Leader

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• Design and implement advanced statistical models for clinical operations, utilizing techniques such as Bayesian modeling, survival analysis, and machine learning.
  
• Develop high-quality, production-ready code to ensure scalability and reproducibility.
  
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify needs and align model development efforts with business objectives.
  
• Disseminate research findings through publications in leading scientific journals and presentations at conferences.
  
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to enhance ongoing projects in Clinical Operations and expand organizational capabilities.
  

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• PhD (or equivalent) in statistics, data science, computer science, mathematics, engineering, or a related quantitative field.
  
• Proven expertise in advanced statistical modeling, including Bayesian methods, survival analysis, and/or modern machine learning techniques.
  
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed scientific journals, conferences, or other credible proceedings.
  
• Hands‑on experience developing and deploying robust R or Python packages into production environments, with proficiency in version control tools.
  
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  
• Expertise in translating business challenges into actionable insights through data‑driven approaches.
  

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• Extensive experience in pharmaceutical R&D or the healthcare industry, with a strong focus on clinical trial operations.
  
• Proven ability to influence, engage, and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across varying levels of seniority.
  
• A highly analytical problem‑solver with a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
  
• Proficient in leveraging High‑Performance Computing (HPC) environments to execute computationally intensive methods and manage large‑scale simulations.
  
• Exceptional project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, meet tight deadlines, and thrive in dynamic, fast‑paced environments.
  

Biostatistics is the single‑largest functional group of Statisticians, Programmers and Data Scientists within GSK R&D, numbering approx. 900 permanent people in the US, UK, Europe and India. Our mission is to put statistical thinking at the heart of R&D decision‑making; to ensure that predictive models and well‑designed experiments and trials deliver robust evidence as the input to those decisions - ultimately making the R&D process more efficient. We are investing in our cutting‑edge innovation capabilities by expanding the Statistics & Data Science Innovation Hub (SDS‑IH) led by Prof Nicky Best. The vision of SDS‑IH is to be the catalyst for innovation and advanced data‑driven decision‑making. To achieve this, we are forming agile teams dedicated to untangling and resolving complex data challenges across R&D, constructing robust data pipelines, comprehensive analytics, and dynamic dashboards to enable stakeholders to take data‑informed decisions in real‑time.

At the heart of SDS‑IH lies a diverse coalition of Statisticians and Data Scientists - a synthesis of unique skills and experiences. Together, we are the architects of novel quantitative methodologies, systems, and tools - a living embodiment of our vision. We are building something exciting! Our new Data Science Innovation for R&D Operations pillar is transforming how GSK makes decisions across its R&D operations. We have already delivered high‑impact solutions in Clinical Operations, Finance, and Resource Management-and we are just getting started. As a Data Science Leader, you will be at the forefront of this transformation, using cutting‑edge ML, statistical modeling, and GenAI to solve complex operational challenges that directly improve how we deliver medicines to patients. This is a unique opportunity to apply your technical expertise to problems that matter, working in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. Our R&D focuses on discovering and delivering vaccines and medicines, combining our understanding of the immune system with cutting‑edge technology to transform people's lives. GSK fosters a culture ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and committed to doing the right thing, making sure that we focus our efforts on accelerating significant assets that meet patients' needs and have the highest probability of success. We’re uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.

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