Research
Biostatistician career guide
Biostatisticians work in research settings across hospitals, clinics, health systems and HealthTech employers worldwide. Core responsibilities centre on sas, r, trial design, with pay typically ranging from $35,000 to $200,000 depending on country, employer type and seniority.
Quick answer
Biostatisticians earn approximately $35,000–$200,000 per year with high global demand. Entry typically requires msc or phd in statistics, plus registration with bodies such as ASA.
Snapshot
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Group | Research |
| Education | MSc or PhD in statistics |
| Certifications | MSc Biostatistics |
| Regulators | ASA |
| Salary range (USD) | $35,000 – $200,000 |
| Demand | High |
Core skills
- SAS
- R
- Trial design
- Statistical analysis plans
Career progression
- 1Statistician
- 2Senior Statistician
- 3Head of Biostatistics
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