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Statistician roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor. Your employer must demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available, then file an I-140 petition with USCIS. Priority-date backlogs vary by country of birth, so starting the process early matters.
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Bring your statistical expertise to research that could shape the future of immunology. As an embedded Lead Biostatistician, you’ll partner with a global biotech team focused on autoimmune disease, helping turn complex data into insights that support better decisions for patients.
You’ll join an entrepreneurial environment where scientific curiosity, shared ownership, and close collaboration are part of the work. Build trusted partnerships across connected teams, contribute to innovative research, and keep growing your expertise as you help advance possibilities for people living with autoimmune disease.
DESCRIPTION:
As a Senior Staff Scientist in Biostatistics at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will design and implement statistical methodologies for complex clinical trials and research projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and provide strategic guidance on study design and analysis. This position offers opportunities to contribute to significant research while working with advanced statistical tools and methodologies.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 10 years of experience in clinical trial design, analysis, and reporting
- Preferred Fields of Study: Biostatistics, Statistics, or closely related quantitative field
- Experience with Benefit-risk analysis
- Experience with Post-marketing analysis, RWE, claims database
- Proficiency in statistical programming languages (SAS, R, or similar)
- Strong knowledge of statistical methodology and clinical research principles
- Experience with regulatory submissions and FDA guidelines
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Strong communication abilities to explain complex statistical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Demonstrated leadership in statistical consulting and collaboration
- Ability to mentor colleagues and contribute to team development
- Experience with clinical data standards (CDISC preferred)
- Knowledge of GCP (Good Clinical Practice) guidelines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $135,000.00–$175,000.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
- A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Office
Job Description
Bring your statistical expertise to research that could shape the future of immunology. As an embedded Lead Biostatistician, you’ll partner with a global biotech team focused on autoimmune disease, helping turn complex data into insights that support better decisions for patients.
You’ll join an entrepreneurial environment where scientific curiosity, shared ownership, and close collaboration are part of the work. Build trusted partnerships across connected teams, contribute to innovative research, and keep growing your expertise as you help advance possibilities for people living with autoimmune disease.
DESCRIPTION:
As a Senior Staff Scientist in Biostatistics at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will design and implement statistical methodologies for complex clinical trials and research projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and provide strategic guidance on study design and analysis. This position offers opportunities to contribute to significant research while working with advanced statistical tools and methodologies.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 10 years of experience in clinical trial design, analysis, and reporting
- Preferred Fields of Study: Biostatistics, Statistics, or closely related quantitative field
- Experience with Benefit-risk analysis
- Experience with Post-marketing analysis, RWE, claims database
- Proficiency in statistical programming languages (SAS, R, or similar)
- Strong knowledge of statistical methodology and clinical research principles
- Experience with regulatory submissions and FDA guidelines
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Strong communication abilities to explain complex statistical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Demonstrated leadership in statistical consulting and collaboration
- Ability to mentor colleagues and contribute to team development
- Experience with clinical data standards (CDISC preferred)
- Knowledge of GCP (Good Clinical Practice) guidelines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $135,000.00–$175,000.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
- A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Statistician
Align your credentials to EB-2 requirements
A master's degree in statistics, mathematics, or a closely related quantitative field typically satisfies EB-2's advanced-degree requirement. If you hold only a bachelor's, document five years of progressive experience in statistical analysis to build an equivalent case before your employer files.
Use O*NET to anchor your PERM job description
O*NET lists the standard tasks and skills for statisticians under SOC code 15-2041. Your employer's PERM job description must reflect duties that genuinely match the role, so cross-checking against O*NET reduces the risk of a DOL audit or denial.
Search Migrate Mate for verified sponsoring employers
Target employers with a confirmed history of filing employment-based green card petitions for statisticians. Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location, so you're not applying blind.
Prioritize industries running active PERM recruitment cycles
Federal agencies, pharmaceutical companies, financial institutions, and large technology firms run recurring PERM recruitment cycles for quantitative roles. Joining one of these pipelines as an internal candidate significantly improves your odds of reaching the I-140 stage.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
DOL assigns a prevailing wage level (I through IV) to your PERM position based on duties and geography. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the wage tier your role will likely receive, then confirm your offered salary meets or exceeds that level before signing.
File the I-485 concurrently if your priority date is current
Once your employer's I-140 is approved and your priority date is current in the Visa Bulletin, you can file the I-485 adjustment of status concurrently, which starts your work authorization clock. Nationals from countries with backlogged priority dates should track the Visa Bulletin monthly with USCIS.
Green Card Statistician: Frequently Asked Questions
Do statistician roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most statistician positions qualify for EB-2 sponsorship because the role requires a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive quantitative experience. EB-3 professional sponsorship is available for positions where a bachelor's degree is the stated minimum. Your employer's PERM job description determines which category applies, and DOL must certify the prevailing wage before USCIS can approve the I-140.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for a statistician?
H-1B visa is a temporary work status with a cap and an annual lottery, while an employment-based green card leads to lawful permanent residence with no renewal requirement. Green card sponsorship requires PERM labor certification, in which your employer advertises the role, documents that no qualified U.S. worker applied, then files an I-140 with USCIS. Priority-date backlogs mean the total timeline varies significantly by country of birth.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a statistician position?
PERM requires your employer to obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, conduct a formal recruitment campaign over a set period, document that no qualified U.S. workers applied, and then submit the ETA Form 9089 to DOL. The job duties described must genuinely reflect the statistician role you will perform. DOL can audit the application, so accurate documentation throughout the recruitment phase is essential.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for statistician roles?
Start with employers that have a documented history of filing PERM applications and I-140 petitions for quantitative roles. Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location, which lets you focus your applications on organizations already familiar with the EB-2 and EB-3 process rather than employers who have never sponsored before.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules, once your I-485 adjustment-of-status application has been pending for 180 days or more, you can move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the entire process. Your approved I-140 priority date can also carry over to a new employer's petition. Consult an immigration attorney before switching employers to confirm your specific situation qualifies.