Senior Biostatistician Jobs

Explore senior biostatistician jobs for experienced professionals who use statistical methods to guide clinical research, drug development, and healthcare decisions. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles across pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, contract research organizations, academic medical centers, and health technology organizations.

What Senior Biostatisticians Do

Senior biostatisticians design and oversee statistical approaches for research studies, analyze complex data, and communicate findings to scientific and business partners. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include developing study protocols and statistical analysis plans, selecting appropriate methods, interpreting clinical trial results, supporting regulatory submissions, and mentoring statisticians and analysts.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek advanced training in biostatistics, statistics, or a related quantitative discipline, along with substantial experience applying statistical methods to clinical or biomedical research. Familiarity with clinical trial design, regulatory standards, and data from areas such as oncology or epidemiology can be valuable. Technical skills may include SAS, R, and other statistical programming tools, as well as the ability to explain results clearly to cross-functional teams.

Where Senior Biostatisticians Work

Senior biostatisticians contribute across the life sciences and healthcare. Opportunities may be found in pharmaceutical and biotech research, clinical development, CROs, public health, medical devices, and healthcare analytics. Some roles focus on a particular therapeutic area or phase of research, while others offer broader responsibility for statistical strategy across multiple studies or programs.

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Search senior biostatistician openings on Ladders to discover vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by employer, location, and area of focus, and identify positions that match your research experience, technical expertise, and leadership goals.

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$142K - $224K *

Lead statistical programming for complex clinical projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables and collaboration across teams. Drive analysis and reporting efforts from trials to regulatory submission...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Join a team that's leading statistical programming for complex clinical projects. Drive high-quality analysis and reporting, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure timely deliverables throughout th...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

Join a dynamic team to drive preclinical evidence strategies and foster physician collaborations, enhancing innovative medical solutions that improve patient outcomes through strategic partnerships an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $181K *

Optimize advanced analytics solutions by leading data science initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to tackle complex business challenges, and translating insights into actionable str...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $181K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced analytics initiatives that drive business impact. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop machine learning solutions, translating complex data into acti...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $106K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to execute statistical analyses, develop datasets, and ensure quality deliverables in clinical and translational research, contributing t...

1 week ago

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

$248K - $323K *

Transform your career by leading and optimizing statistical programming across clinical development, ensuring quality delivery, regulatory compliance, and fostering a high-performing team. Drive innov...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $125K *

Manage complex data analyses to drive strategic business decisions. Own projects from scoping to delivery, partnering cross-functionally to translate questions into actionable insights while utilizing...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's advancing global health by supporting critical clinical trial submissions. In this role, you'll lead regulatory strategies, ensure compliance, and collaborate with diverse teams to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of clinical program analytics by leveraging your pharmacy expertise to design, measure, and enhance data-driven healthcare solutions, ensuring consistent, clinically sound insights ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize clinical program analytics by leveraging pharmacy expertise to enhance data integrity, design evaluation frameworks, and ensure compliance with healthcare standards, while mentoring analysts...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower clinical excellence by leveraging data analytics to enhance pharmacy programs. Drive insights, ensure data integrity, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize clinical outcomes...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the design and improvement of clinical programs by leveraging pharmacy expertise and data analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and deliver actionable insigh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive clinical excellence by leveraging data analytics to enhance pharmacy programs, ensuring accurate insights and measurable outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize clinical da...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Grow clinical program analytics by leveraging pharmacy expertise to enhance data integrity, design evaluation frameworks, and deliver actionable insights, ensuring compliance and quality across health...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform critical-path process characterization through hands-on statistical analysis and experimental design. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to deliver actionable insights using JMP tools...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$124K - $231K *

Champion the advancement of Real-World Data strategies, driving evidence generation and influencing critical decisions in digital health and IVD portfolios. Lead complex studies and collaborate with s...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$295K - $314K *

Drive strategic biostatistical leadership for clinical development programs, overseeing statistical activities, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-quality data analysis to su...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in data-driven healthcare improvement by analyzing complex datasets, producing innovative reports and dashboards, and employing predictive modeling techniques to optimize patient outco...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $109K *

Transform data quality initiatives by analyzing complex datasets, documenting requirements, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with T-MSIS standards. Drive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Champion integrated data and analytics platforms, enhancing product efficiency across teams. Own evaluation and governance frameworks ensuring reliable and scalable AI outputs, while facilitating seam...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $200K *

Lead cross-functional integration of data, analytics, evaluation, and governance to enhance healthcare AI products. Drive roadmap ownership, optimize workflows, ensure data quality, and foster collabo...

Palo Alto, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $228K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality biostatistical analyses for clinical studies, ensuring scientific integrity and collaboration across teams to translate innovative science into impactful med...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$103K - $124K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing cancer diagnostics through innovative statistical analysis and collaboration. Contribute to study designs, regulatory submissions, and impactful research in a...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Elevate decision-making by partnering with stakeholders to translate complex business needs into actionable insights and analytical frameworks. Drive impactful marketing analytics and customer insight...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior biostatistician do?question toggle

    A senior biostatistician plans and oversees statistical work for biomedical or clinical research, analyzes study data, interprets results, and communicates evidence to research, clinical, and regulatory teams. The role may also include setting statistical strategy and mentoring other statisticians.

  • What qualifications are typically required for senior biostatistician jobs?question toggle

    Many employers look for an advanced degree in biostatistics, statistics, or a related quantitative field, plus significant experience in clinical or biomedical research. Knowledge of study design, statistical analysis, regulatory requirements, and tools such as SAS or R is often valuable.

  • Where can senior biostatisticians find jobs?question toggle

    Senior biostatisticians work at pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, contract research organizations, medical centers, public health organizations, medical device companies, and healthcare analytics firms.

  • What skills are important for senior biostatisticians?question toggle

    Key skills include clinical study design, statistical modeling, data analysis, statistical programming, and clear communication. Senior roles may also require project leadership, collaboration across disciplines, regulatory knowledge, and mentoring.

  • How can I find senior biostatistician jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job listings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review roles by location, employer, and specialization to find opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals.