H-1B Visa Biostatistician Jobs
Biostatistician roles sit firmly within H-1B specialty occupation territory, requiring at least a master's degree in biostatistics, statistics, or a closely related field. Pharma, biotech, CROs, and academic medical centers are the heaviest sponsors. The cap-subject lottery applies unless your employer is a nonprofit research institution or university.
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INTRODUCTION
Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community, eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative, or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale!
Overview
Analyzes and interprets data from various sources and develops statistical analysis and programming strategies in support of research projects including: compiling reports, charts, and tables based on established statistical methods to support various research projects. The Statistician 2 is responsible for analyzing and interpreting data from various sources, developing statistical analysis and programming strategies, and supporting research projects. This role involves compiling reports, charts, and tables based on established statistical methods, and providing comprehensive statistical support for multiple projects. The Statistician collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to design research studies, develop analytical plans, conduct statistical analyses, and interpret results. They are also responsible for managing data, preparing manuscripts, technical reports, and presenting findings to diverse audiences.
Required Skills and Abilities
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Proven proficiency in biostatistics, with experience in constructing multivariable linear, logistic, and survival models. Ability to determine appropriate statistical approaches and learn new methods as needed.
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Strong programming skills, ideally in SAS, R, and/or Python, with the ability to manage complex databases and implement relevant statistical programs.
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Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Ability to communicate technical ideas to non-technical audiences.
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Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines while working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
Preferred Skills and Abilities
- PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Principal Responsibilities
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Develops operational procedures for collection, editing, verification, and management of statistical data.
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Develops and implements relevant statistical programs to incorporate data from multiple projects.
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Designs comprehensive relational databases with working knowledge of the scientific applications impacting on the data analysis and reporting.
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Assists faculty and other research professionals with the formulation and description of appropriate statistical methods.
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Evaluates research studies and recommends statistical procedures to analyze the data.
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Carries out comprehensive statistical analysis for a broad spectrum of types of data and types of studies.
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Integrates the research methodologies of multiple projects into bio-statistical analyses.
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Prepares reports summarizing the analysis of research data, interpreting the findings and providing conclusions and recommendations.
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Presents talks, seminars, or other oral presentations on the methodology and analysis used in scientific studies.
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Assists investigators in preparation of research grant applications by writing research methods sections pertaining to acquisition, analysis, relevance and validity of data.
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Participates in the preparation of manuscripts that are submitted for peer reviewed publication.
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May supervise and provide training for lower level or less experienced employees.
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May perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
Master’s Degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field and four years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
Job Posting Date
04/27/2026
Job Category
Professional
Bargaining Unit
NON
Compensation Grade
Administration & Operations
Compensation Grade Profile
Senior Manager; Senior Program Leader (25)
Salary Range
$82,000.00 - $131,500.00
Time Type
Full time
Duration Type
Staff
Work Model
Hybrid
Background Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.
Health Requirements
Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.
Posting Disclaimer
Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.
The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Biostatistician
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to biostatistics work. A general mathematics or public health degree without quantitative coursework can trigger an RFE. Gather transcripts showing coursework in statistical theory, biostatistics methods, or clinical trial design before applying.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Nonprofit research hospitals, universities, and government-affiliated research centers can file your H-1B petition year-round with no lottery risk. CROs and pharma companies are cap-subject, so a contract role at a qualifying academic medical center sidesteps the lottery entirely.
Search LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Filter by SOC code 15-2041 to see which employers have certified LCAs for Biostatistician roles. This shows you active sponsors before you spend time applying, not after you've already gone through interviews.
Align your job description to SOC code 15-2041
DOL classifies Biostatisticians under SOC 15-2041. Your offer letter and LCA must reflect duties matching that classification. Titles like 'Data Scientist' or 'Research Analyst' can create specialty occupation disputes if the listed responsibilities don't align with biostatistics methods.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Run your job title, location, and experience level through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at Level I through IV. Being underbid relative to your tier is a filing risk, not just a compensation issue.
Request premium processing for time-sensitive start dates
If you're transitioning off OPT or a contract ends, ask your prospective employer to file with USCIS premium processing. Standard adjudication timelines can stretch months, and a gap in authorization affects both you and the employer's clinical trial or study timelines.
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Find Biostatistician JobsBiostatistician H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Biostatistician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS consistently recognizes Biostatistician as a specialty occupation because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree, and in practice most employers require a master's or doctorate in biostatistics or statistics. Your offer letter and supporting documentation should make the degree requirement explicit, not just preferred.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Biostatisticians?
Pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, academic medical centers, and federal health agencies are the most consistent sponsors. You can confirm which specific employers have active LCA filings for biostatistics roles by searching Migrate Mate, which surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data filtered by occupation code.
Can a Biostatistician avoid the H-1B lottery?
If your employer is a nonprofit research institution, university, or government research entity, your petition is cap-exempt and bypasses the lottery entirely. Roles at private CROs or pharma companies are cap-subject. Some candidates secure a cap-exempt position first to obtain H-1B status, then transfer to a cap-subject employer later.
What happens to my H-1B if my clinical trial project ends early?
Your H-1B status is employer-specific and project-independent. If your employer terminates your position, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsor, change status, or depart. The employer is also obligated to cover reasonable costs of your return transportation to your home country under DOL regulations.
Does a master's in public health or epidemiology qualify for a Biostatistician H-1B?
It depends on the coursework. USCIS evaluates whether your degree directly relates to the duties in the petition. A public health or epidemiology degree with substantial graduate-level biostatistics or statistical methods coursework can qualify, but a credential without that coursework may require a credential evaluation or supplemental documentation to satisfy the specialty occupation requirement.
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