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Full-Time

Biostatistics

Director

Posted on 5/30/2024

Alector

Alector

201-500 employees

Develops therapies for neurodegenerative diseases

Biotechnology
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$250k - $265kAnnually

Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Public Health
Biology & Biotech
Required Skills
R
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • PhD with 8-10 years, or MS with 10-12 years of proven experience in academia or industry
  • Solid understanding of theoretical and applied statistics
  • Experience with multiple imputation, multivariate statistics and statistical methods to quantify uncertainty in multi-dimensional data; experience running simulations and mixed models
  • Hands-on ability to drive and lead statistical strategies for clinical development of drug candidates from first-in-human testing to all later phases of clinical investigation, including pivotal Phase 2/3 studies and NDA/BLA submissions
  • Experience with rare disease and real world data
  • Demonstrated success in leading the statistical strategy, analysis, and design of a clinical development program
  • Knowledge of applicable regulatory rules and guidelines, e.g., ICH, GCP, HIPAA
  • Advanced programming skills in in SAS and/or R and other relevant statistical software solutions
  • Ability to code programs to analyze and report complex clinical trial data, as well as for electronic review, exchange, transformation, and submission of data in CDISC, SDTM and ADaM formats
  • Strong application of innovative study designs and developing landmark criteria (e.g. Go/No Go criteria)
  • Detailed knowledge of adaptive designs, Bayesian methodology, trial simulation, and data modeling strongly preferred
Responsibilities
  • Provide statistical leadership and expertise in support of the clinical development activities for multiple therapeutic areas
  • Contribute strategically to project decisions with a focus on pre-study planning, protocol development, sample size/power calculations, Statistical Analysis Plan preparation/review, data quality reviews, development of tables/listings/figures, preparation/mapping of clinical study data for regulatory submission, and integrated safety and efficacy reporting
  • Apply innovative statistical approaches to the work; support and defend analyses and their interpretations in meetings and teleconferences with regulatory agencies and prepare written responses to agency questions
  • Influence key decision-makers within the project team and within senior management to ensure a high degree of rigor to the statistical and scientific decision-making process and outcomes
  • Collaborate with internal and external partners in the optimized clinical study design, end point selection and sample size calculations, analysis, interpretation, and publication of clinical trial data
  • Execute protocols, statistical analysis plans, study reports, ensure statistical integrity of presentations and publications of clinical studies
  • Support project team and clinical study team including but not limited to derivation of go/no-go criteria, generation of data visualizations and summary reports, and interpretation of results to support internal decision-making
  • Participate in regulatory interactions and responsible for biostatistics input into study protocols and clinical study reports
  • Review study randomization specifications, oversee outsourced development of analysis data and results; and reviewing case report forms while managing workflow to ensure quality, prioritization, and timeliness across multiple programs
  • Provide statistical oversight in the development of key study documents
  • Manage external vendors and serve as a key Biostats liaison with external organizations
  • Participate in establishing and maintaining policies, standards, and guidance for Biostatistical operations
  • Ensure up to date knowledge of industry and academic developments in the Neuroscience and Orphan disease fields and apply to clinical study design and analysis

Alector develops therapies aimed at treating neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. The company focuses on research and development of new drug candidates by utilizing knowledge from immunology, neurology, and human genetics. Their approach involves conducting early-stage clinical trials to gather specific data about diseases, which helps improve the chances of success for their treatments. Alector differentiates itself from competitors by emphasizing the body's natural healing processes in their drug development. The company's goal is to create effective treatments for conditions that currently have limited options, while also securing funding through partnerships and grants to support their research efforts.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$269.5M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

-5%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $75 million financing round strengthens Alector's financial position, enabling further R&D efforts.
  • FDA Breakthrough Designation for latozinemab, developed in collaboration with GSK, highlights the potential impact of their therapies.
  • The appointment of experienced leaders from companies like Genentech and Kura Oncology bolsters Alector's executive team, enhancing strategic direction and operational execution.

What critics are saying

  • The biopharmaceutical industry is highly competitive and capital-intensive, requiring continuous investment to sustain R&D efforts.
  • Dependence on successful clinical trial outcomes and regulatory approvals poses significant risks to the commercialization of their therapies.

What makes Alector unique

  • Alector leverages a unique combination of immunology, neurology, and genetics to develop therapies, setting it apart from competitors who may focus on just one of these areas.
  • Their strategic partnerships with major pharmaceutical companies like GSK and AbbVie enhance their R&D capabilities and accelerate the commercialization of their therapies.
  • Alector's focus on early-stage clinical trials and rapid data collection increases the probability of success for their therapeutic candidates.

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