H-1B Visa Statistical Analyst Jobs

Statistical Analyst roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under the SOC 15-2041 classification, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, or a related quantitative field. Federal agencies, financial institutions, and tech companies are among the most active H-1B sponsors for this occupation.

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Work Type67% On-site
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Revolution Medicines
Principal Statistical Analyst
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Revolution Medicines
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Principal Statistical Analyst
Revolution Medicines
San Francisco Bay Area
Data Science & Analytics
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Healthcare Administration
Data Science
Clinical Trials
$186k - $233k
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Medpace
Statistical Analyst I
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Medpace
Added 2w ago
Statistical Analyst I
Medpace
Cincinnati, Ohio
Data Science & Analytics
Data Science
Data Analytics
On-Site
Master's
5,001-10,000

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Revolution Medicines, Inc.
Principal Statistical Analyst
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Principal Statistical Analyst
Revolution Medicines, Inc.
Redwood City, California
Data Science & Analytics
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Healthcare Administration
Data Science
Clinical Trials
$186k - $233k/yr
On-Site
Other

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American Heart Association
Statistical Analyst
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American Heart Association
Added 1mo ago
Statistical Analyst
American Heart Association
Dallas, Texas
Data Science & Analytics
Healthcare Administration
Data Science
$75k - $85k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's
1,001-5,000

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University at Buffalo
Data Manager and Statistical Analyst
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University at Buffalo
Added 4mo ago
Data Manager and Statistical Analyst
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, New York
Data Science & Analytics
Data Science
Data Analytics
On-Site
None

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Statistical Analyst

Frame your degree for specialty occupation

USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree directly relates to statistical analysis. A mathematics or statistics degree maps cleanly. If yours is adjacent, economics or computer science, document how your coursework covered statistical theory and applied methods.

Use OFLC Wage Search before negotiating

Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and location. Pull the Level I through Level IV wage tiers from OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you know the floor.

Target employers with active LCA filing history

Search Migrate Mate to filter Statistical Analyst roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filings. This cuts out companies that list roles without a real sponsorship pathway and focuses your applications where petitions are actually filed.

Check O*NET before your RFE response

If USCIS issues an RFE questioning specialty occupation status, the O*NET occupation profile for Statistical Analysts documents the degree requirements and job zone classification that support your petition. Reference it explicitly in your response.

Ask about cap-exempt employer eligibility

Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt H-1B employers. Statistical Analyst roles at these organizations can be filed any time of year, bypassing the April lottery window entirely.

Clarify the LCA location before accepting remote work

If your Statistical Analyst role is fully remote, your employer must file the LCA listing all worksite locations. Working from a state not listed on the certified LCA creates compliance exposure. Confirm the LCA covers your actual work address before signing.

H-1B Visa Statistical Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Statistical Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?

Yes. Statistical Analyst positions fall under SOC code 15-2041 and are recognized as specialty occupations by USCIS because they normally require at least a bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, or a directly related quantitative field. The key is demonstrating that your specific role requires that degree, a generic data role with statistical duties may face more scrutiny than a position explicitly scoped to statistical modeling or inference.

Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Statistical Analysts?

Federal contractors, financial services firms, insurance companies, pharmaceutical and biotech employers, and large technology companies are among the most consistent H-1B sponsors for Statistical Analyst roles. Government agencies and universities that qualify as cap-exempt employers also hire frequently in this occupation. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers for this role on Migrate Mate, which surfaces DOL LCA filing history by occupation.

Can I use my OPT period to transition into an H-1B as a Statistical Analyst?

Yes, and STEM OPT makes this more manageable. Statistical Analysis qualifies under CIP codes in mathematics and statistics, making you eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree program is on the STEM designated degree list. That gives you up to three years of OPT work authorization, covering multiple H-1B lottery cycles. Your employer must be E-Verify enrolled to sponsor the STEM extension.

What happens to my H-1B petition if I switch from a statistical analyst role to a data scientist role at the same employer?

A material change in job duties, title, or SOC code typically requires your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before you begin the new role. Moving from Statistical Analyst to Data Scientist may involve a different SOC code and a new LCA at the prevailing wage for that classification. Failing to file an amendment before the role change creates status compliance risk.

How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Statistical Analyst H-1B petitions?

Your employer's LCA must certify a salary at or above the DOL prevailing wage for the Statistical Analysts SOC code in your work location. The DOL uses four wage levels tied to experience and complexity. Entry-level positions are typically set at Level I or II. If your offered salary falls below the certified wage level for your actual duties, the LCA can be challenged, which jeopardizes the petition. Use OFLC Wage Search to check current figures for your metro area.