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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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$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by conducting critical research and data analysis to support climate and energy policy decisions. Collaborate with diverse teams to produce insights and communicate findings that adva...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Inspire data-driven decision-making as you lead analytics and predictive modeling efforts. Collaborate across teams to enhance patient engagement, forecast demand, and measure impact, driving strategi...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $122K *

Advance financial strategies at a leading healthcare institution by conducting in-depth analysis, preparing reports, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance decision-making and optimize financi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to lead a dynamic team of biostatisticians, overseeing statistical deliverables across diverse research areas while fostering collaboration and ensuring high-quality outcomes in clinic...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $120K *

Optimize risk management services for rail and transit projects, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness from inception through completion while fostering a high-performing team cultur...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $183K *

Optimize health policy research by applying advanced quantitative methods to inform stakeholders. Collaborate on multidisciplinary teams to evaluate health care markets, coverage, and costs, deliverin...

5 days ago

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

$110K - $183K *

Drive impactful health policy research by applying advanced quantitative methods to address critical healthcare questions and inform decision-makers. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to delive...

5 days ago

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

$110K - $183K *

Shape impactful health policy research by applying advanced quantitative methods to address critical questions in health care markets, coverage, and costs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to...

5 days ago

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

$110K - $183K *

Engage in high-impact health policy research, applying advanced quantitative methods to inform stakeholders. Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams to analyze health care markets, coverage, and costs...

5 days ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Take ownership of driving advanced analytics and AI solutions across enterprise functions by leading a high-performing Data Science team dedicated to actionable insights and strategic decision-making...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Empower our dynamic team by providing operational support and insights across departments. Collaborate to enhance processes, leverage technology, and address client needs while gaining valuable experi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with us as you leverage big data technologies to enhance cloud applications, support system capabilities, and deliver insightful analytics in a collaborative environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading the data science function, transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design analytics frameworks and drive strategi...

Boston, MARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Optimize executive reporting and business intelligence, leading cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven insights, manage marketing technology, and enhance analytics capabilities that support str...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $97K *

Shape the future of healthcare by conducting clinical case reviews and enhancing product quality for an AI-driven clinical platform. Collaborate with care teams to ensure accurate alert functionality...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $116K *

Help us manage faculty awards and academic personnel processes, ensuring excellence in nominations and recruitment while collaborating closely with faculty and staff to enhance our Department’s academ...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$103K - $242K *

Lead the charge in innovative healthcare actuarial projects focusing on Value Based Payments. Utilize data analysis, financial modeling, and client relationship management to drive results and mentor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$185K - $252K *

Transform your career by leading statistical innovation in drug development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide expert statistical guidance, ensuring high-quality analyses and regulato...

New Jersey, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$164K - $259K *

Unlock potential by leading independent risk oversight in actuarial and financial disciplines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development, pricing strategies, and regulator...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $140K *

Drive innovation by leveraging data science across sales and product development. Collaborate with clients to maximize fraud detection and optimize risk decisioning while providing insights for a top...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining analytics solutions, driving revenue growth through strategic insights and trusted partnerships. Leverage your expertise to elevate performance and mentor others in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$164K - $259K *

Empower your career by leading risk management initiatives, ensuring effective oversight of actuarial and financial disciplines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic decisions an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $259K *

Unlock potential by leading independent risk oversight in actuarial and financial disciplines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development, pricing strategies, and regulator...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $259K *

Advance risk management strategies by leading independent reviews of actuarial and financial risks, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory standards while collaborating across team...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $259K *

Lead the charge in managing actuarial and financial risks through robust oversight and strategic collaboration. Drive independent reviews and enhance risk frameworks to align with evolving business st...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.