How do they match: Biostatisticians

  • Bioinformatics Scientist
  • Research Scientist
  • Statistical Scientist

  • Develop and apply biostatistical theory and methods to the study of life sciences.

  • Analyze clinical or survey data, using statistical approaches such as longitudinal analysis, mixed-effect modeling, logistic regression analyses, and model-building techniques.
  • Design research studies in collaboration with physicians, life scientists, or other professionals.
  • Determine project plans, timelines, or technical objectives for statistical aspects of biological research studies.
  • Plan or direct research studies related to life sciences.
  • Read current literature, attend meetings or conferences, and talk with colleagues to keep abreast of methodological or conceptual developments in fields such as biostatistics, pharmacology, life sciences, and social sciences.

  • Advise customers on technical or procedural issues.
  • Apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems in scientific or applied fields.
  • Design research studies to obtain scientific information.
  • Develop scientific or mathematical models.
  • Prepare graphics or other visual representations of information.