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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in pharmaceutical product development, driving formulation and process innovation from early stages to clinical manufacturing. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful project exe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $172K *

Join a team that's tackling complex AI/ML challenges, developing innovative algorithms across various domains. Collaborate with interdisciplinary experts to analyze data and implement cutting-edge sol...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $172K *

Drive innovation as a Senior AI/ML Engineer, tackling complex challenges in AI/ML algorithm development across diverse domains, while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance cutting-edge...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $128K *

Innovate data solutions by building complex models and dashboards to enhance decision-making in healthcare analytics. Collaborate across departments to ensure data integrity and drive strategic insigh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $281K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of oncology research! This key role involves designing and leading clinical trials, ensuring data integrity, and collaborating with global experts to advance...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $281K *

Explore your career in clinical development as you design and lead innovative oncology studies, ensuring data integrity and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams and cultivating r...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$67K - $115K *

Manage and oversee bioanalysis projects, coordinating team efforts and maintaining documentation to ensure timelines and quality standards are met. Engage with stakeholders to improve processes and su...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$67K - $115K *

Lead the project operations in bioanalysis, ensuring timely execution and quality. Collaborate with teams, manage documentation, and provide technical guidance while driving continuous improvement and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $120K *

Innovate analytical solutions in R&D to enhance consumer healthcare products. Utilize HPLC and separation science to support method validation, testing, and product development, ensuring quality and c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Advance your career by leading the development of machine learning and AI solutions, collaborating across teams to drive data-driven insights and strategic growth within the biotech commercial sector...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $184K *

Join a team that's committed to driving innovative regulatory projects, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to secure timely submissions and approvals for products in th...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$136K - $220K *

Unlock project management excellence in Global Regulatory Affairs, driving timelines and compliance for drug submissions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate documentation and effective...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $153K *

Champion progress at external CROs by overseeing bioanalytical activities, ensuring compliance with GLP/GCLP standards, and facilitating assay development and validation for drug programs in a collabo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $156K *

Drive financial insights and planning for Enterprise Accounts, collaborating with leadership and finance teams to enhance commercial performance and compensation strategies. Own critical processes and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $156K *

Champion your career by driving financial insights and strategies in a dynamic role that partners with leadership and teams across Medical Devices, enhancing commercial performance and compensation pr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $217K *

Unlock potential by driving high-quality statistical analyses and AI integration in the pharmaceutical sector. Collaborate across functions to enhance drug development and regulatory processes through...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $140K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$137K - $215K *

Elevate your career by leading high-throughput in vitro ADME assay development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in drug discovery, ensuring data integrity and operational e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Drive product growth through data analysis and experimentation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user adoption and engagement. Utilize statistical methods to illuminate user journe...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize your career by leading insights-driven strategies that shape brand decisions. Collaborate across functions to deliver actionable market research and analysis, driving impactful outcomes in a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing complex commercial analyses, revenue reporting, and settlement calculations. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to optimize financial performance and ensure accur...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$91K - $163K *

Transform clinical performance through enterprise-level consultation, guiding strategy, quality, and compliance across diverse healthcare initiatives while fostering collaboration among cross-function...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $249K *

Unlock potential by developing advanced machine learning models and methods to enhance LLM capabilities. Collaborate with teams to drive innovation in Responsible AI and define strategies for technica...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of analytical data models using SQL and dbt, leveraging extensive experience in data science and industry knowledge to address complex business challenges i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $184K *

Lead the charge in operational planning and execution of clinical trials, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project success. Utilize your leadership and project management skills to...

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  •   Less than 5 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.