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Glaxosmithkline LLC

Associate Director - Real World Biostatistics - Remote in the US or the UK

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Sponsorship verdict

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One solid signal, not two. Worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.

  • Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 39 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
  • The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
  • No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
  • What Glaxosmithkline LLC paid sponsored hires in similar roles4 certified filings for “Associate Director – Genomic Technologies” (Molecular and Cellular Biologists) in PA: $134k–$138k, median $136k.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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Employer is on a government sponsor record
The US Department of Labor certified 39 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
No salary bar for this route
H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
What Glaxosmithkline LLC paid sponsored hires in similar roles
4 certified filings for “Associate Director – Genomic Technologies” (Molecular and Cellular Biologists) in PA: $134k–$138k, median $136k. Most were filed at wage level IV (50%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).

US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).

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About the role

We create a place where people can grow, be their best, be safe, and feel welcome, valued and included. We offer a competitive salary, an annual bonus based on company performance, healthcare and wellbeing programs, pension plan membership, and shares and savings programme. We embrace modern work practices; our Performance with Choice programme offers a remote or hybrid working model, empowering you to find the optimal balance between remote and in-office work.   Discover more about our company-wide benefits and life at GSK on our webpage Life at GSK | GSK   Find out more about GSK and R&D: Our approach to R&D   Associate Director - Real World Biostatistics   As an Associate Director - Real World Biostatistics, you will lead the design and delivery of biostatistical methods and analyses for real-world data to support access and patient impact in the United States.   The role advises on and applies advanced biostatistical methods and AI tools to real world data (RWD) to generate real world evidence (RWE) for informing trial design, regulatory submissions, reimbursement and safety signals. You will collaborate closely with diverse teams across medical affairs, epidemiology, health economics, market access, and external partners. We value candidates who are curious, collaborative, and communicate clearly. This role offers meaningful impact, strong career growth, and a chance to align with GSK’s mission of uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.   This role is fully remote in the US or the UK.   This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career.  These responsibilities include some of the following :   • Lead statistical design and analysis for real-world evidence studies using large healthcare data sets. • Translate stakeholder questions into study protocols and statistical analysis plans that address bias and study limitations. • Manage study execution, including timelines, budgets, quality control, and vendor coordination. • Develop and review analytic code ensuring reproducibility and quality using programming tools such as R or SAS. • Communicate results clearly to internal teams and external audiences, supporting publications and payer dossiers. • Mentor junior biostatisticians and contribute to best practices across evidence generation teams. Basic Qualifications: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: • Master’s degree or PhD in biostatistics, epidemiology, statistics, data science, or related quantitative field. • A minimum of 5 years of experience applying biostatistics to real-world data, pharmacoepidemiology, or health outcomes research. Preferred Qualifications: Please note the following skills are not necessary, just preferred, if you do not have them, please still apply: • PhD in biostatistics, epidemiology, or related discipline. • Practical experience with programming languages such as R and/or SAS and reproducible analysis workflows. • Experience working with large US real-world data sources such as insurance claims, electronic health records, or registries. • Prior experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry supporting access, reimbursement, or regulatory decisions. • A track record of peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, or contributions to methodological guidelines. • Familiarity with advanced causal inference methods, propensity score techniques, or longitudinal modeling. • Strong knowledge of observational study design, causal inference methods, and methods to address bias. • Experience mentoring and developing junior biostatisticians or early career scientists. • Experience working in matrix environments with cross-functional teams and managing vendors

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