Explore Biostatistician Jobs

Biostatisticians apply statistical methods to health, biology, and medical research. They help teams design studies, analyze complex data, and interpret results that inform clinical trials, public health programs, and new treatments. Explore biostatistician jobs on Ladders, including vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Biostatisticians Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and level, but often include developing study designs, determining sample sizes, building statistical analysis plans, analyzing clinical or observational data, and presenting findings to research and business partners. Biostatisticians may also contribute to regulatory submissions, publications, and quality standards for data analysis.

Where Biostatisticians Work

Biostatisticians are employed by pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, hospitals, academic research centers, government agencies, contract research organizations, and health technology firms. Their work can span clinical development, epidemiology, genomics, outcomes research, and population health.

Skills and Qualifications

Many roles call for graduate-level training in biostatistics, statistics, or a related quantitative field, along with experience applying statistical methods to biomedical data. Employers may seek proficiency with tools such as R, SAS, or Python; knowledge of clinical trial methodology; and the ability to communicate technical results clearly. Requirements differ across positions, so review each listing for specific qualifications.

Find Biostatistician Jobs on Ladders

Browse biostatistician opportunities and compare role requirements, employers, and compensation details. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover opportunities aligned with their expertise and career goals.

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$73K - $92K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$109K - $174K *

Lead and execute clinical trials in compliance with regulations and timelines, handling everything from study design to data review. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful project delivery and ad...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $174K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $115K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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$140K - $165K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $92K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $137K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $99K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a biostatistician do?question toggle

    A biostatistician uses statistical methods to design studies and analyze data in fields such as medicine, biology, and public health. They help research teams interpret findings and communicate evidence.

  • Where can biostatisticians find jobs?question toggle

    Biostatisticians work in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, hospitals, universities, government agencies, contract research organizations, and other health-related organizations.

  • What qualifications are common for biostatistician jobs?question toggle

    Many positions prefer a master's degree or doctorate in biostatistics, statistics, or a related discipline, plus relevant data analysis experience. Requirements vary by role and employer.

  • Which skills are useful for biostatisticians?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include statistical modeling, clinical trial design, data analysis, programming in tools such as R, SAS, or Python, and clear communication of technical results.

  • Are biostatistician jobs on Ladders high-paying?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation and eligibility vary by position, so review individual listings for details.