Yufan Shi
About Yufan Shi
Yufan Shi is the Director of Statistical Programming at BeiGene in the San Francisco Bay Area, with over 20 years of experience in statistical programming and biostatistics.
Director of Statistical Programming at BeiGene
Yufan Shi currently serves as the Director of Statistical Programming at BeiGene in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this role, he oversees statistical programming efforts, contributing to the company's mission to develop innovative medicines to improve treatment outcomes for patients. Yufan Shi brings a wealth of expertise to this position, having previously worked as the Associate Director of Statistical Programming at BeiGene from 2017 to 2021.
Previous Role at Amgen
Before his current role at BeiGene, Yufan Shi was Biostatistical Programming Manager at Amgen from 2012 to 2017. During this five-year tenure, he was instrumental in managing biostatistical programming activities, advancing the development and delivery of therapeutic solutions. His work at Amgen solidified his reputation in the field of biostatistical programming within the San Francisco Bay Area.
Educational Background in Biometrics and Medicine
Yufan Shi holds an M.D. in Internal Medicine from Xi'an Jiaotong University, which he earned after seven years of study from 1990 to 1997. Additionally, he acquired a Master's degree in Biometrics from The Ohio State University, College of Public Health, where he studied from 2002 to 2004. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his transition into the fields of statistical programming and biostatistics.
Career Transition from Medicine to Statistical Programming
Yufan Shi started his professional journey as a Physician at the First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, where he worked for five years from 1997 to 2002. After transitioning to the United States, he shifted his focus to statistical programming and biostatistics, culminating in various strategic roles across leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. This transition showcases his adaptability and proficiency across different fields.
Extensive Experience in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Industries
With over 20 years of experience in statistical programming and biostatistics, Yufan Shi has garnered substantial expertise. He has held senior programming roles at Amylin Pharmaceuticals, Novartis, and Gilead Sciences before joining BeiGene. His industry experience spans across top-tier companies, making significant contributions to both the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. This extensive background demonstrates his competency and leadership in statistical programming.