Biostatisticians
Job Zone 5 - Extensive preparation needed
Develop and apply biostatistical theory and methods to the study of life sciences.
Median pay: $105,650/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +8.5% projected growth, 2024–2034 — faster than average.
About 2,000 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Master's degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Draw conclusions or make predictions, based on data summaries or statistical analyses.
• Analyze clinical or survey data, using statistical approaches such as longitudinal analysis, mixed-effect modeling, logistic regression analyses, and model-building techniques.
• Write detailed analysis plans and descriptions of analyses and findings for research protocols or reports.
• Calculate sample size requirements for clinical studies.
• Read current literature, attend meetings or conferences, and talk with colleagues to keep abreast of methodological or conceptual developments in fields such as biostatistics, pharmacology, life sciences, and social sciences.
• Design research studies in collaboration with physicians, life scientists, or other professionals.
• Prepare tables and graphs to present clinical data or results.
• Write program code to analyze data with statistical analysis software.
What's the median pay for Biostatisticians?
The median pay for Biostatisticians is $105,650 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Biostatisticians?
Employment for Biostatisticians is projected to change +8.5% from 2024 to 2034 - faster than average.
What education is typically required for Biostatisticians?
Typical entry-level education: Master's degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Biostatisticians?
About 2,000 openings per year, on average, over the decade.