Biostatistician Jobs in California
Biostatistician jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in biopharma research, clinical trials, and public health across a seniority range from entry-level analyst through principal and director roles. The San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and Los Angeles drive the largest share of openings, anchored by employers like Genentech, AstraZeneca, and Kaiser Permanente. Demand is strongest in clinical biostatistics, real-world evidence, and regulatory submissions. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Senior Biostatistician will support clinical studies by applying statistical expertise throughout the study lifecycle, including developing and executing Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs), performing and validating statistical analyses and programming, contributing to protocols and randomization, and supporting clinical study reports, publications, submissions, exploratory analysis for clinical and business objectives.
How you will make an impact:
- Develop Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs) and lead the execution effort for assigned studies.
- Develop statistical programs as necessary to ensure the accuracy of the planned and completed analyses.
- Review protocols and contribute to statistical analysis sections, and generate study randomization schemes when appropriate.
- Author results sections of clinical study reports and provide statistical input for PMA submissions and responses to regulatory questions.
- Provide independent validation of statistical content in study documents including randomization schemes, reports, briefing documents, patient brochures, publications, and other content delivered to external entities.
- Interpret statistical results and clearly communicate findings, assumptions, and limitations to clinical, medical, regulatory, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
- Keep abreast of new developments in statistics, clinical research, regulatory guidance and emerging statistical methodologies through literature review and attendance at workshops and professional meetings.
- Represent Biostatistics on study teams and work with management and other team members regarding study status and timeline updates.
- Independently manage statistical deliverables, priorities, and timelines for assigned studies, and proactively communicate study status, risks, and issues.
- Participate in the developing case report forms and clinical database and data support data cleaning activities to ensure high-quality data collection.
What you'll need (Required):
- Ph.D. or equivalent in Statistics, Biostatistics, or related field, internship, senior projects, or thesis in Statistics, Biostatistics or related field.
- Master’s Degree or equivalent in Statistics, Biostatistics or related field, 2 years previous analytical experience in clinical trials.
What else we look for (Preferred):
- Ph.D. in Epidemiology or related field, with relevant research, internships, thesis or other applied experience.
- Master’s degree in Epidemiology or related field with at least 2 years of analytical experience, preferably in clinical trials.
- Must have solid knowledge of applied statistics and regulatory requirements, as well as effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience with survival and time-to-event analysis methods
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain statistical concepts and results to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently, take ownership of statistical deliverables, and collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
- Sound understanding of regulatory guidelines (e.g., GCP, FDA) as they apply to pharmaceutical and medical device research settings.
- Experience with real-world data (RWD) or real-world evidence (RWE).
- Knowledge or applied experience in Bayesian statistical methods.
- Knowledge or applied experience in causal inference methods. Experience with machine learning, data science, or other emerging quantitative methods.
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Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.
For California, the base pay range for this position is $119,000 - $168,000 (highly experienced).
The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.
Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in biostatistician jobs across California.
- Master's or doctoral degree in biostatistics, statistics, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in SAS and R for clinical trial analysis and data modeling
- Experience with FDA regulatory submissions or clinical study reports
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice guidelines and CDISC data standards
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams including clinical and regulatory affairs
- Familiarity with real-world data sources such as claims databases or electronic health records
Biostatistician Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a biostatistician in California?
A master's degree in biostatistics or statistics is the standard entry point for California employers, with a doctorate required for senior research or academic roles. California does not issue a state license for biostatisticians, so hiring decisions center on education, software skills, and domain experience. Candidates targeting biopharma roles in the Bay Area or San Diego benefit from coursework or a thesis focused on clinical trials, survival analysis, or longitudinal data methods.
How much do biostatisticians make in California?
Biostatisticians in California earn a median of about $135,960 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,890 for the lowest 10% to over $205,210 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire biostatisticians in California?
Employers hiring biostatisticians in California right now include City of Hope, Kaiser Permanente, and Edwards Lifesciences, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's deep concentration of biopharma headquarters, health systems, and contract research organizations means openings appear across both established companies and growth-stage clinical-stage biotechs, particularly in the Bay Area and San Diego corridors.
Which California cities have the most biostatistician jobs?
Duarte, Irvine, and Pasadena account for the most biostatistician openings in California. The Bay Area leads because it is home to the headquarters and major research campuses of a large share of U.S. biopharma and genomics companies, while San Diego's concentration of clinical-stage biotechs and contract research organizations drives strong demand there, and Los Angeles adds volume through its health systems and academic medical centers.
Are there remote biostatistician jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. Biostatistics is fundamentally analytical and desk-based, making it well suited to remote arrangements. About 100% of biostatistician openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly employers have accepted distributed statistical teams. Roles focused on programming, data analysis, and reporting are the most consistently offered as fully remote positions.
How can I get hired as a biostatistician in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a graduate-level internship or co-op at a Bay Area or San Diego biopharma company during your master's or doctoral program, as many California employers including Genentech and Gilead Sciences run structured intern pipelines that convert to full-time offers. Candidates transitioning from adjacent roles such as data analyst, clinical data manager, or SAS programmer can move into biostatistics associate positions. Building a portfolio of publicly available analyses and obtaining a SAS certification strengthens applications for candidates without direct clinical trial experience.
Where can I find and apply to biostatistician jobs in California?
You can find and apply to biostatistician jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to California employers. Search by city, seniority, or specialty to narrow results to roles that match your background, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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