Green Card Biostatistician Jobs
Biostatistician roles sit squarely in EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship territory: employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL, then an I-140 petition with USCIS, before you adjust status to permanent residency. Pharmaceutical, clinical research, and government health agencies regularly sponsor qualified candidates with advanced degrees in biostatistics or related quantitative fields.
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Imagine how your ideas and expertise can change a patient’s life. We generate extensive clinical evidence to demonstrate the effectiveness and safety of our innovations and how our products transform patients’ lives. As part of our Clinical Affairs team, you’ll hone your scientific curiosity and passion for evaluating data to increase access to pioneering technologies for patients in need. In close partnership with principal investigators, dedicated medical professionals, patient advocacy groups, and regulatory authorities, you will drive the evidence needed to optimize patient outcomes.
Aortic stenosis impacts millions of people globally, yet it often remains under-diagnosed and under-treated. Edwards’ groundbreaking work in transcatheter aortic heart valve replacement (TAVR) pioneered an innovative, life-changing solution for patients by offering heart valve replacement without the need for open heart surgery. Our Transcatheter Heart Valve (THV) business unit continues to partner with cardiologists and clinical teams to transform patient care with devices supported by clinical evidence. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 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.
COMPENSATION
- 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.
INTRODUCTION
Imagine how your ideas and expertise can change a patient’s life. We generate extensive clinical evidence to demonstrate the effectiveness and safety of our innovations and how our products transform patients’ lives. As part of our Clinical Affairs team, you’ll hone your scientific curiosity and passion for evaluating data to increase access to pioneering technologies for patients in need. In close partnership with principal investigators, dedicated medical professionals, patient advocacy groups, and regulatory authorities, you will drive the evidence needed to optimize patient outcomes.
Aortic stenosis impacts millions of people globally, yet it often remains under-diagnosed and under-treated. Edwards’ groundbreaking work in transcatheter aortic heart valve replacement (TAVR) pioneered an innovative, life-changing solution for patients by offering heart valve replacement without the need for open heart surgery. Our Transcatheter Heart Valve (THV) business unit continues to partner with cardiologists and clinical teams to transform patient care with devices supported by clinical evidence. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 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.
COMPENSATION
- 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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Biostatistician
Align your degree to PERM's specialty occupation standard
PERM requires your employer to define a job requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. A master's or PhD in biostatistics or statistics strengthens your EB-2 candidacy and simplifies the prevailing-wage determination step.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, and federal health agencies file PERM regularly for biostatisticians. Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data by SOC code 15-2041 to identify employers who have sponsored this role before.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsoring roles
Filtering by green card sponsorship intent saves weeks of manual research. Migrate Mate surfaces biostatistician roles at employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, so you apply to the right companies from the start.
Verify the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
DOL sets the prevailing wage for your specific job location and experience level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your offered salary meets the wage level tied to your role before your employer submits the PERM application.
Negotiate a green card commitment in your offer letter
Ask employers to include a PERM sponsorship timeline in your written offer. Many biostatistics hiring managers are familiar with this process; getting the commitment documented before you start protects you if internal priorities shift during the 12- to 18-month PERM process.
Start the I-140 filing as soon as PERM is certified
DOL PERM certification locks in your priority date. Filing the I-140 with USCIS immediately after certification preserves that date, which matters most if you're from a backlogged country and need to track your place in the visa queue.
Green Card Biostatistician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a biostatistician role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most biostatistician positions qualify for EB-2 because they require a master's degree or PhD in biostatistics, statistics, or a related quantitative discipline. Roles with only a bachelor's degree requirement typically fall under EB-3. Your employer's job description and the degree they list as a minimum requirement determines which category USCIS and DOL will use to evaluate the petition.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for biostatisticians?
H-1B visa is temporary status tied to an annual cap and lottery, while PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual lottery. The green card process takes longer, typically two to four years for most nationalities at the EB-2 and EB-3 levels, but it removes the recurring renewal cycle and lottery uncertainty that H-1B holders face every few years.
Which industries sponsor biostatisticians for green cards most often?
Pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies sponsor biostatisticians at the highest volume because clinical trial and drug approval work requires permanent staff. Contract research organizations, academic medical centers, and federal agencies like the NIH and CDC also file PERM regularly. You can verify which specific employers have a filing history by searching DOL OFLC disclosure data filtered to the biostatistician SOC code.
How can I find biostatistician jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by green card sponsorship intent, which means you can't tell from a standard listing whether an employer will actually file PERM. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this: it surfaces roles at employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're not spending time applying to companies that won't support the process.
What happens to my green card process if I change employers during PERM?
If you change employers before your I-140 is approved, your PERM certification and any pending petition are tied to the original employer and cannot transfer. If your I-140 has been approved for at least 180 days and your adjustment of status application has been pending that long, you may be able to port to a similar role under a different employer using the portability provisions in AC21. An immigration attorney can confirm whether your role qualifies as sufficiently similar.