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Assistant R Statistical Programmer Jobs in Chicago, IL

AbbVie

Manager - Statistics (Hybrid)

North Chicago, IL · On-site

$109K/yr

Collaborate with Statistical Programming to ensure the delivery of high-quality outputs according ... Able to identify data or analytical issues, and assist with providing solutions by either applying ...

DEO TEK, Inc

Quality Engineer

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$95K - $105K/yr

Quality Engineer Blue Collar Carpentersville, IL. 60110 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. $95,000.00 - $105 ... Statistics: capability studies, Cpk/Ppk, DOE, gauge R&R, SPC, sampling plans and ability to ...

TransUnion

Lead Data Scientist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K - $160K/yr

Advanced programming skills; mastery of a statistical language such as R or SAS; experience using other programming and data manipulation languages (SQL, Hive, Pig, Python, C/C++, Java); familiarity ...

TransUnion

Lead Data Scientist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K - $160K/yr

Advanced programming skills; mastery of a statistical language such as R or SAS; experience using other programming and data manipulation languages (SQL, Hive, Pig, Python, C/C++, Java); familiarity ...

Transunion

Lead Data Scientist

Chicago, IL

$100K - $160K/yr

Advanced programming skills; mastery of a statistical language such as R or SAS; experience using other programming and data manipulation languages (SQL, Hive, Pig, Python, C/C++, Java); familiarity ...

Trans Union LLC

Lead Data Scientist

Chicago, IL

$100K - $160K/yr

Advanced programming skills; mastery of a statistical language such as R or SAS; experience using other programming and data manipulation languages (SQL, Hive, Pig, Python, C/C++, Java); familiarity ...

Tempus

Director, Biostatistics

Chicago, IL · On-site

$190K - $260K/yr

... Statistical Programmers, Clinical Operations, Data Managers, etc. * Thorough understanding of statistical principles and clinical experiment methodology. * Computational skills using R, and/or SAS ...

Tempus

Director, Biostatistics

Chicago, IL

$190K - $260K/yr

... Statistical Programmers, Clinical Operations, Data Managers, etc. * Thorough understanding of statistical principles and clinical experiment methodology. * Computational skills using R, and/or SAS ...

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As of Jun 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant r statistical programmer in Chicago, IL is $151,732.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $128,800.00 and $164,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant R Statistical Programmer vs Data Analyst?

AspectAssistant R Statistical ProgrammerData Analyst
Required SkillsProficiency in R, basic statistical knowledge, programming skillsData manipulation, visualization, statistical analysis, often using R or Excel
Work EnvironmentClinical research, pharmaceutical, or biotech industriesBusiness, marketing, finance, healthcare sectors
CertificationsOften requires a degree in statistics, biostatistics, or related fieldsDegree in statistics, data science, or related fields; certifications like CAP or Microsoft certifications are common

While both roles involve data analysis and programming skills, the Assistant R Statistical Programmer primarily supports clinical trials and pharmaceutical research, focusing on statistical programming in R. Data Analysts work across various industries analyzing data to inform business decisions. The roles share similar educational backgrounds but differ in industry focus and specific job functions.

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Infographic showing various Assistant R Statistical Programmer job openings in Chicago, IL as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $151,732 per year, or $72.9 per hour.
Manager - Statistics (Hybrid)

Manager - Statistics (Hybrid)

AbbVie

North Chicago, IL • On-site

$109K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

AbbVie rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 97 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 71 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

Company Description
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.
Job Description
**This is a hybrid position. Candidates must be local and work out of the San Francisco, CA or North Chicago, IL office preferred.
The Manager, Statistics provides statistical expertise to support the research and development organization. Specific areas of work may include clinical trials, patient safety, and global medical affairs. The Manager works independently in partnership with experts in multiple disciplines to advance medicines to our patients.
Responsibilities:
  • Provide expertise to design, analysis and reporting of clinical trials or other scientific research studies. Independently develop protocols and/or statistical analysis plans (or product safety analysis plans/integrated summary of safety analysis plans/analysis plans for GMA evidence generation) with details for programming implementation. Implement sound statistical methodology in scientific investigations.
  • Identify scientifically appropriate data collection instruments. Identify and report data issues or violations of study assumptions. Provide programming specifications for derived variables and analysis datasets. Partner with Data Science in preparing for database lock.
  • Independently perform statistical analyses as per the analysis plan. Collaborate with Statistical Programming to ensure the delivery of high-quality outputs according to agreed-upon timelines. Identify and anticipate issues arising in the study design, conduct and propose scientifically sound approaches. Evaluate appropriateness of available software for planned analyses and assess needs for potential development of novel statistical methodology.
  • Develop strategy for data presentation and inference. Collaborate in publication of scientific research. Ensure accuracy and internal consistency of reports and publications, including tables, listings, and figures. Ensure that study results and conclusions are scientifically sound, clearly presented, and consistent with statistical analyses provided.
  • Work collaboratively with multifunction teams. Clearly explain statistical concepts to non-statisticians. Provide responses to questions, and pursue analyses suggested by data. Support communications between assigned product team(s) and functional management. Build/drive cross-functional relationships and collaboration.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
  • MS (with 6+ years of experience) or PhD (with 2+ years of experience) in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a highly related field.
  • Experience performing statistical computations and simulations
  • Pharmaceutical or related industry knowledge desired, including experience and understanding of drug development and life-cycle management in the regulated environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Oncology experience

Other Required Skills:
  • High degree of technical competence and effective communication skills, both oral and written
  • Able to identify data or analytical issues, and assist with providing solutions by either applying own skills and knowledge or seeking help from others
  • Able to build strong relationship with peers and cross-functional partners to achieve higher performance.
  • Highly motivated to drive innovation by raising the bar and challenging the status quo

Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
  • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
  • This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
  • This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html

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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health, and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

North Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

2013

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