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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$140K - $200K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leveraging advanced machine learning and AI techniques. Uncover insights from extensive patient data to drive innovation in drug R&D while collaborating with cross-fu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $210K *

Explore advanced machine learning for drug R&D. Collaborate with teams to innovate algorithms and models, driving insights that enhance pharmaceutical projects and patient care through extensive multi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $174K *

Transform the future of healthcare by coordinating regulatory submissions and strategies for innovative medical devices, ensuring compliance and supporting product lifecycle management in a dynamic en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $174K *

Lead the charge in regulatory submissions for medical devices, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while collaborating with product development teams to enhance product lifecycle ma...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$219K - $285K *

Shape and lead a centralized commercial analytics function, transforming complex data into actionable insights. Drive performance measurement, growth identification, and strategic decision-making acro...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $144K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of life sciences consulting. Collaborate on diverse projects, enhance your analytical and leadership skills, and gain valuable insights into the pharmaceutical in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$249K - $308K *

Champion cross-functional R&D programs, driving strategy and execution for drug development. Lead teams through milestones, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives while managing risks and foster...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Transform the proposal development process by managing comprehensive scopes, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with legal standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve excellence...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data analysis to drive impactful economic assessments and performance metrics for federal initiatives, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver actionable insights an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$154K - $242K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our global EHSS audit program, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation through strategic audits and innovative digital solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive co...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$127K - $236K *

Join a team that's redefining statistical analysis in engineering. Leverage your expertise to solve complex problems, mentor others, and drive innovative solutions across diverse projects while ensuri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $236K *

Elevate statistical analysis across diverse engineering projects, collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Utilize advanced techniques to drive program success while mentoring junio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $222K *

Pioneer advanced analytics strategies to optimize omnichannel investments, translating global performance data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive measurable com...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$153K - $285K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering actionable insights and strategic recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive analytics initiatives that inform critical business decisions acros...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing high-quality clinical and regulatory documents, providing scientific expertise, and mentoring junior staff to ensure timely and compliant project delivery while supportin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Transform the Quality landscape by leading enterprise-wide oversight of Computer System Validation and Data Governance. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance compliance, drive digital innovation...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive clinical trial success by managing operations, monitoring, and site relationships for diverse studies. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance, data integrity, and high-quality outco...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $188K *

Lead the charge in building robust data platforms that transform complex datasets into actionable insights. This senior role demands expertise in software and data engineering, with a focus on quality...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of transforming clinical trials. As a Senior Product Manager, you'll lead crucial product initiatives, collaborate with experts, and drive innovative solutions that...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $176K *

Optimize client engagement by delivering strategic solutions in Life, Absence & Disability consulting. Collaborate with teams to analyze data, negotiate with vendors, and implement innovative programs...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$172K - $258K *

Unlock the potential of clinical data by leading statistical programming efforts for trials. Drive high-quality deliverables, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with regula...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $275K *

Join a dynamic team to drive technology strategy into actionable product roadmaps, enhancing operational efficiency and customer value. Collaborate across functions to shape innovative solutions that...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $219K *

Unlock potential by leading global site start-up strategies for complex clinical trials. Drive operational excellence, ensure compliance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to accelerate stud...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$164K - $282K *

Lead signal detection initiatives in pharmacovigilance, ensuring systematic evaluation of safety signals for innovative products. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement data-driven surveillance st...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$164K - $282K *

Lead the charge in innovative safety surveillance strategies, ensuring proactive signal detection for complex pharmaceutical products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive insights, influe...

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  •   8 - 10 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.