Biostatistics Jobs
Biostatistics and data science roles turn clinical and real-world data into decisions -- designing trials so they can actually answer the question being asked, analyzing the resulting data, and increasingly applying data science and machine learning to real-world evidence outside of formal trials. It's one of the most consistently desk-based, remote-friendly functions in biopharma.
Common titles include Statistical Programmer, Biostatistician, Data Scientist, and, at senior levels, Director of Biostatistics. Hiring comes from pharma and biotech biometrics departments as well as CROs, which run a large share of trial statistical analysis on a sponsor's behalf.
A master's degree in biostatistics, statistics, or a related quantitative field is the standard entry point for associate biostatistician and statistical programmer roles, with a PhD more common at senior levels overseeing trial design and strategy. Strong SAS or R programming skills matter as much as the specific degree for programming-focused roles.
Roles in Biostatistics & Data Science
Top Hiring Companies
AbbVie 35
Merck
16
AstraZeneca
14
Novartis
10
Bayer
10
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a biostatistics job pay?
Pay varies by role and seniority -- where an employer discloses a salary range, it's shown directly on the individual job listing.
What degree do you need for a biostatistics job?
A master's degree in biostatistics, statistics, or a related quantitative field is the standard entry point; a PhD is more common at senior levels directing trial design and strategy.
Can you get an entry-level biostatistics job?
Yes -- associate biostatistician and statistical programmer roles commonly hire directly out of a relevant master's program.
Are biostatistics jobs remote?
Yes, frequently -- this is largely desk- and data-based work, making it one of the more remote-friendly functions in biopharma.