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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$109K - $174K *

Drive your career with dynamic clinical research leadership, managing trials and compliance while fostering effective collaboration across teams. Deliver critical insights and enhance medical device d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $294K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$138K - $168K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $158K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$178K - $257K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $273K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$205K - $247K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

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$85K - $102K *

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

$95K - $115K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$173K - $183K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $133K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $132K *

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$65K - $104K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $164K *

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$129K - $194K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.