H-1B Visa Statistician Jobs
Statistician jobs qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, or a closely related quantitative field. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering your status for up to three years with extensions to six.
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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.
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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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Frame your degree for specialty occupation
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to the statistician duties in the job description. A degree in applied mathematics, biostatistics, or econometrics maps cleanly. A broader STEM degree needs supporting coursework documentation to close any gap the adjudicator might question.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the wage level your employer must certify on the LCA for your specific SOC code and work location. Knowing Level I versus Level III distinctions helps you negotiate an offer that meets the certified wage without surprises at the LCA stage.
Target sectors with established LCA filing history
Federal agencies, pharmaceutical companies, insurance carriers, and research universities file LCAs for statistician roles consistently. Search Migrate Mate to find employers in these sectors with verified H-1B sponsorship history, filtered to your target city and role type.
Confirm each worksite requires its own LCA
If your statistician role involves work at a client site, government facility, or second office location, your employer must file a separate certified LCA for each worksite before you begin work there. Raise this with HR early so filings aren't delayed after your start date.
Use O*NET to document your specialty occupation duties
The O*NET profile for statisticians lists degree-level tasks your offer letter should reflect. If your job description includes routine data entry or non-analytical work alongside statistical modeling, ask the employer to revise it so USCIS sees a clear specialty occupation case.
Account for cap selection timing in your job search
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so confirm the current registration window directly with USCIS. Build your offer timeline backward from the October 1 start date so your employer can file the I-129 petition immediately after selection, avoiding gaps in authorization.
H-1B Visa Statistician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a statistician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Statistician roles typically qualify because the work requires at least a bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, biostatistics, or a closely related quantitative field. USCIS looks at whether the specific job duties demand that theoretical and practical application of a body of specialized knowledge. A well-drafted job description that reflects degree-level analytical work supports a clean specialty occupation determination.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for statistician roles?
Federal agencies, pharmaceutical and biotech firms, insurance and actuarial companies, financial institutions, and research universities are the most consistent sponsors for statistician positions. These sectors rely on credentialed statistical expertise and have established H-1B filing infrastructure. You can browse verified sponsoring employers by location and role type on Migrate Mate rather than applying broadly and discovering sponsorship eligibility late in the process.
What SOC code applies to statistician H-1B petitions?
Most statistician H-1B filings use SOC code 15-2041 (Statisticians) or 15-2098 (Statistical Assistants and related). The employer uses this code on the LCA to establish the prevailing wage obligation with DOL. If your role blends data science and statistical modeling, the employer may file under a data scientist SOC code instead, which affects the wage level and petition framing.
How long does H-1B status last for a statistician position?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, continued extensions are possible only if you have an approved I-140 immigrant petition or a PERM labor certification that has been pending for at least 365 days. Extensions beyond six years are tied to green card progress, not to continued employment alone.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move to a different employer or worksite?
Changing employers requires a new H-1B petition filed by the new employer before your start date, though H-1B portability rules let you begin working for the new employer once the petition is filed, not after approval. Each new worksite also requires a separately certified LCA. Your employer must post the LCA notice at the physical work location before DOL certification, so plan for this if remote or multi-site arrangements are involved.