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Biostatistician

Design experiments and analyze complex datasets to support medical research and public health initiatives using SAS and R tools.

60 000 – 150 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Master's degree
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Moderate
Employability
2-3 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Possible
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Moderate
Employability
2-3 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Possible

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
60 000 – 80 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
80 000 – 110 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
110 000 – 150 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry is generally through graduate education and internships; professionals from related quantitative fields may transition with additional training.

Training — United States

Typically requires a master's degree in biostatistics or related fields, with coursework in statistics, epidemiology, and data analysis.

The job market — United States

Employment opportunities are found in pharmaceutical companies, public health agencies, and research institutions, with moderate market demand.

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