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Find statistician jobs where analytical expertise helps organizations make better decisions. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles focused on statistical analysis, research, forecasting, and data-driven strategy.

What Does a Statistician Do?

Statisticians collect, organize, and interpret data to answer questions and guide decisions. They design studies, select appropriate methods, build and evaluate models, and communicate findings to technical and nontechnical audiences. Depending on the role, statisticians may work with experimental data, surveys, clinical trials, financial information, or large-scale business datasets.

Common Statistician Job Titles

Related opportunities may include statistician, senior statistician, applied statistician, biostatistician, statistical analyst, statistical scientist, and quantitative researcher. Responsibilities and qualifications vary by employer, industry, and level of seniority.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek expertise in statistical methods, probability, experimental design, data visualization, and programming tools such as R, Python, SAS, or SQL. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are also valuable. Many positions require an advanced degree in statistics, biostatistics, mathematics, or a related field, while some roles may accept equivalent experience.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Statisticians work across industries such as healthcare, pharmaceuticals, technology, finance, government, consulting, and research. Career paths can lead to senior individual contributor, research, analytics, or leadership positions. Browse current listings to explore opportunities that match your experience and career goals.

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$199K - $276K *

Drive enhancements to our unsecured underwriting models through rigorous research and experimentation. Collaborate with engineering teams to translate findings into scalable solutions that improve cre...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving data quality and analytics for a multi-market social marketing program. Be the go-to expert for reporting standards, collaborate across teams, and influence product success...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $225K *

Unlock potential by developing analytics and platforms to analyze market trends while acting as a Subject Matter Expert. Collaborate globally to deliver impactful insights and communicate complex stra...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$52K - $107K *

Unlock insights as a Data Analyst, leveraging advanced SQL and statistical analysis to drive business intelligence and strategic policy development while ensuring data privacy and compliance across de...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving financial analysis and strategic support, optimizing budgets, forecasts, and financial models to inform executive decision-making within the energy sector while ensuring co...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $166K *

Analyze, visualize, and transform complex datasets into actionable insights and decision-support tools. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive FAA modernization efforts through innovative analytics an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $202K *

Optimize assessment strategies by conducting advanced psychometric analyses, ensuring valid and reliable testing processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance measurement methodologies and deliver acti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $194K *

Shape the future of assessment by conducting advanced psychometric analyses, ensuring valid and reliable testing programs. Collaborate with teams to enhance measurement methodologies and deliver actio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $161K *

Transform your career by leading psychometric analyses to ensure valid, reliable assessments. Collaborate with experts to enhance testing programs and contribute to innovative measurement methodologie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $202K *

Unlock potential by leading psychometric analyses to enhance examination programs, ensuring valid and reliable assessments. Collaborate with teams to apply advanced methodologies and drive continuous...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $176K *

Champion the delivery of valid assessments by conducting psychometric analyses and serving as a subject matter expert. Collaborate on testing programs, ensuring compliance with industry standards whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $211K *

Join a dynamic team as a Principal Psychometrician, driving expert measurement services for testing and education programs. Leverage your analytical skills to ensure valid assessments and enhance prog...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by owning analytics for a key product area. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop predictive models and deliver actionable insights that drive growth a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Innovate in finance education by leading research and teaching initiatives. Engage with students at all levels while contributing to the academic community through mentorship and service activities. J...

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

$120K - $150K *

Join a team dedicated to advancing social and behavioral sciences by leading interdisciplinary collaborations, innovating research, and fostering impactful academic programs while working with diverse...

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

$125K - $150K *

Empower creativity by leading interdisciplinary research initiatives, promoting excellence in social and behavioral sciences, and fostering collaboration among faculty. Advance a transformative vision...

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

$100K - $200K *

Advance your expertise in quantitative research by designing innovative investment methodologies that enhance portfolio management for taxable clients, focusing on optimal asset allocation and after-t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as an Associate Data Scientist, leveraging your expertise in statistics and machine learning to develop data-driven solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support strate...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$200K - $300K *

Join our team to develop predictive models and trading strategies, leveraging quantitative research and data analysis to identify market opportunities in dynamic prediction markets. Collaborate with t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing healthcare quality through rigorous evaluations and innovative research. Lead complex projects, foster collaboration, and drive strategic growth initiatives i...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Advance healthcare innovation by leading complex evaluations and business development for Medicare models. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance quality, access, and cost-effectiveness in health...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Collaborate with a diverse team to lead complex evaluations of Medicare models, ensuring quality deliverables and fostering client relationships while driving strategic growth initiatives in healthcar...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading complex evaluations in healthcare innovation. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance Medicare and Medicaid services through rigorous research, technical expertise, and...

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1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Drive the charge in healthcare innovation by leading complex evaluations and research initiatives. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance Medicare and Medicaid services, ensuring quality and acces...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of impactful evaluations in healthcare innovation, leading complex projects and fostering collaboration among diverse experts. Drive business development and enhance Medicare models thr...

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a statistician do?question toggle

    A statistician applies statistical methods to collect, analyze, and interpret data. The work may include designing studies, building models, measuring uncertainty, and explaining results to support research or business decisions.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for statistician jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek a degree in statistics, biostatistics, mathematics, or a related discipline, along with experience using statistical methods and tools such as R, Python, SAS, or SQL. Some positions prefer or require a master's degree or doctorate.

  • Which industries hire statisticians?question toggle

    Statisticians are employed in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, technology, finance, government, consulting, education, and other research-focused industries.

  • What are common statistician job titles?question toggle

    Related titles include statistician, senior statistician, applied statistician, biostatistician, statistical analyst, statistical scientist, and quantitative researcher.

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

    Use Ladders to browse vetted professional statistician and related job listings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its compensation details, qualifications, and location requirements.