Biostatisticians

Develop and apply biostatistical theory and methods to the study of life sciences.

Sample of reported job titles: Biometrician, Biostatistical Consultant, Biostatistician, Research Scientist, Statistical Scientist

Occupation-Specific Information

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ImportanceCategoryTask
88
 
Core
Draw conclusions or make predictions, based on data summaries or statistical analyses.
85
 
Core
Analyze clinical or survey data, using statistical approaches such as longitudinal analysis, mixed-effect modeling, logistic regression analyses, and model-building techniques.
85
 
Core
Write detailed analysis plans and descriptions of analyses and findings for research protocols or reports.
84
 
Core
Calculate sample size requirements for clinical studies.
83
 
Core
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.
83
 
Core
Design research studies in collaboration with physicians, life scientists, or other professionals.
83
 
Core
Prepare tables and graphs to present clinical data or results.
82
 
Core
Write program code to analyze data with statistical analysis software.
81
 
Core
Provide biostatistical consultation to clients or colleagues.
80
 
Core
Review clinical or other medical research protocols and recommend appropriate statistical analyses.
79
 
Core
Develop or implement data analysis algorithms.
79
 
Core
Determine project plans, timelines, or technical objectives for statistical aspects of biological research studies.
79
 
Core
Prepare statistical data for inclusion in reports to data monitoring committees, federal regulatory agencies, managers, or clients.
76
 
Core
Plan or direct research studies related to life sciences.
76
 
Core
Prepare articles for publication or presentation at professional conferences.
74
 
Core
Monitor clinical trials or experiments to ensure adherence to established procedures or to verify the quality of data collected.
70
 
Core
Write research proposals or grant applications for submission to external bodies.
68
 
Core
Design or maintain databases of biological data.
65
 
Core
Collect data through surveys or experimentation.
65
 
Core
Apply research or simulation results to extend biological theory or recommend new research projects.
63
 
Core
Develop or use mathematical models to track changes in biological phenomena, such as the spread of infectious diseases.
63
 
Core
Assign work to biostatistical assistants or programmers.
61
 
Core
Analyze archival data, such as birth, death, and disease records.
58
 
Core
Design surveys to assess health issues.
57
 
Core
Teach graduate or continuing education courses or seminars in biostatistics.

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Worker Requirements

Education

How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation? Respondents said:

  • 58%
     
    responded: Master’s degree required
  • 29%
     
    responded: Doctoral degree required
  • 13%
     
    responded: Bachelor’s degree required

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Worker Characteristics

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Occupational InterestInterest
100
 
Investigative — Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
62
 
Conventional — Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.

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Workforce Characteristics

Wages & Employment Trends

Median wage data for Statisticians.
Employment data for Statisticians.
Industry data for Statisticians.
Median wages (2022)
$47.56 hourly, $98,920 annual
State wages
Local wages
Employment (2022)
33,300 employees
Projected growth (2022-2032)
Much faster than average (9% or higher)
Projected job openings (2022-2032)
3,300
State trends
Top industries (2022)

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2022 wage data external site and 2022-2032 employment projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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Job Openings on the Web

State job openings
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