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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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$81K *

Engage in biostatistical analysis to support clinical trials, ensuring data safety and integrity. Collaborate with study teams to design research methodologies and contribute to publications, enhancin...

1 week ago

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

$93K - $140K *

Transform clinical research through statistical design and analysis, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality evidence that supports product development and regulatory submission...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate experimentation science by defining frameworks and methodologies that enhance decision-making across teams. Drive innovation in causal inference and statistical standards to ensure reliable in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $214K *

Lead the charge in data science for enhancing risk score accuracy and supporting risk adjustment initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement machine learning solutions, derive ac...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$135K - $160K *

Analyze complex data sets to drive strategic decisions, enhance operational efficiency, and support cross-functional teams in achieving business objectives through quantitative insights and innovative...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$187K - $253K *

Lead the charge in building groundbreaking quantitative models for collectibles, utilizing proprietary data to forecast market dynamics and support valuation strategies while collaborating with a dyna...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you develop and deploy machine learning models, enhance BI reporting, and drive pricing strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize data systems and support key bus...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$96K - $135K *

Engineer innovative assessment strategies for AP Statistics, enhancing curriculum and evaluation processes. Collaborate with educators using cutting-edge AI tools to maintain the program's excellence...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$114K - $144K *

Pioneer innovative data solutions by leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data management and visualization, driving impactful insight...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of commercial auto pricing by developing advanced models, collaborating with actuaries and underwriters to transform data into actionable insights, and leading a small team in a dynam...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$84K - $142K *

Transform data analytics capabilities by leading strategic initiatives, overseeing advanced analytics projects, and enhancing performance metrics to improve health and human services outcomes. Collabo...

4 days ago

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

$90K - $125K *

Transform complex imaging data into actionable insights through advanced statistical analysis. Collaborate with clinical and research teams to enhance study design and manuscript preparation, ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$138K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading AI initiatives that transform the refining and commercial sectors. Shape scalable solutions and drive impactful projects while mentoring teams and collaborating across busi...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$99K - $148K *

Unlock potential by leading biostatistical research, collaborating on data analysis, and designing methodologies to drive impactful scientific discoveries in a supportive and dynamic environment...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $110K *

Unlock potential by redefining data strategies to elevate product growth. As a key analytics partner, you’ll shape decision-making by leveraging insights and KPIs, contributing to high-impact initiati...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $90K *

Lead data-driven insights to enhance business performance, collaborating across teams to support strategic initiatives. Utilize technical skills in SQL, Python, and data visualization to drive impactf...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower decision-making by utilizing data-driven insights to enhance operations, supporting growth through statistical modeling and AI techniques while maintaining compliance in a complex regulatory e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $104K *

Lead data processing efforts to harmonize and analyze health data, driving insights for healthcare research and analytics while collaborating with cross-functional teams to facilitate data-driven deci...

3 weeks ago

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

$81K *

Drive biostatistical analysis for clinical trials, ensuring data safety and integrity. Collaborate with study teams to design methodologies, interpret data, and contribute to research publications, en...

Madison, WIRemote

1 week ago

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

$81K *

Drive impactful biostatistical analysis for clinical trials, ensuring data safety and integrity. Collaborate with study teams to design research methodologies and contribute to publications, enhancing...

1 week ago

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

$166K - $345K *

Join a team that's pioneering methodologies in clinical development by leading a global Simulation Hub that enhances trial designs through advanced statistical simulations and innovative methodologies...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$73K - $92K *

Transform data into actionable insights by supporting student success initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze trends, develop reports, and enhance data practices, ensuring informed decis...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Today

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

$212K - $287K *

Drive innovation by leading complex late-phase clinical development programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design trials, ensure quality analysis, and support regulatory submissions, fos...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$267K - $361K *

Empower innovation in biostatistics as you lead oncology strategy, drive organizational transformation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance drug development and regulatory science i...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$267K - $361K *

Drive biostatistical strategy for Oncology, influencing drug development and regulatory approaches. Lead innovation and talent development while collaborating across teams to enhance patient-centric m...

Thousand Oaks, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.