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The Pennsylvania State University

NCEMS is an NSF-funded interdisciplinary research center positioned at the interface of data science, molecular and cellular biology, and quantitative physical sciences. The Center provides ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for quantitative biology in the United States is $90,579.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,000.00 and $119,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What can I do with a quantitative biology degree?

A degree in quantitative biology prepares individuals for roles such as bioinformatics analyst, computational biologist, or data scientist in healthcare, research, or biotech industries. It involves skills in data analysis, programming, and mathematical modeling, often using tools like R or Python. Graduates can work in research labs, pharmaceutical companies, or academic institutions, contributing to understanding biological systems through quantitative methods.

What kinds of projects does a quantitative biologist typically work on, and who do they collaborate with?

Quantitative Biologists often work on projects involving the analysis of large-scale biological data, such as genomics, proteomics, or ecological datasets, using mathematical and computational models to gain new scientific insights. They frequently collaborate with experimental biologists, data scientists, and software engineers to integrate diverse data sources and validate findings. The role may involve designing experiments, building predictive models, and contributing to publications or product development. Expect a dynamic team environment where interdisciplinary communication is key to solving complex biological problems.

What is a quantitative biology?

A Quantitative Biology job involves applying mathematical, statistical, and computational techniques to analyze biological systems and interpret complex biological data. Professionals in this field work at the intersection of biology, data science, and engineering to model biological processes, develop algorithms, and analyze large-scale datasets, such as genomic or imaging data. These roles are common in academia, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare, contributing to advancements in areas like drug discovery, personalized medicine, and systems biology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a quantitative biologist, and why are they important?

To excel in Quantitative Biology, you typically need a strong background in biology, mathematics, statistics, and programming—often supported by an advanced degree in a related field. Proficiency with computational tools such as R, Python, MATLAB, and bioinformatics software is highly valued, and familiarity with data analysis platforms is often required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills enable collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. These skills are critical for developing models, interpreting complex biological data, and advancing research or product development in life sciences.

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Infographic showing various Quantitative Biology job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,579 per year, or $43.5 per hour.

Head of the Department of Biological Sciences

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA • On-site

$36K - $45K/yr

Full-time

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The Department of Biological Sciences at Carnegie Mellon University seeks an accomplished scientist to head the Department of Biological Sciences. The head will be invested with a newly-endowed chair for Biological Sciences and oversee a significant improvement in research space with the opening of the Richard King Mellon Hall of Science in 2027. The candidate will facilitate and increase the footprint of life sciences across the university, leveraging the highly collaborative environment at Carnegie Mellon and local expertise in computational biology and engineering, to support interdisciplinary research and conduct breakthrough discoveries in fundamental science.
The Department of Biological Sciences is one of four departments in the Mellon College of Sciences. It is home to 20 internationally-recognized tenure-track faculty, with a focus on molecular and cellular biology, neuroscience, microbiology, as well as evolutionary and developmental biology. The tenure-track faculty includes a dynamic group of assistant professors hired in the past 5 years who have already been successful in obtaining external funding. The department has an engaged and collegial community, including 60-70 graduate students, 6 staff members, with 10 postdoctoral fellows and associated research scientists. The department also includes 16 teaching-track faculty located in Pittsburgh and in our Qatar campus. Both faculty and staff are dedicated to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education including a PhD program and master's programs in Computational Biology, Quantitative Biology and Bioinformatics, and Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Engineering.
CMU and the department have a long and notable history of innovation and technology development. Faculty from the Department of Biological Sciences have developed new methods for biological imaging, microscopy, molecular visualization, and cell tracking. Currently, faculty in the department hold approximately $7 million in grants annually, of which 70% are supported by the NIH. The scientific environment in Pittsburgh is vibrant and collaborative, with many faculty holding secondary appointments both at CMU and the University of Pittsburgh, where they share graduate students and both internal and external grants.
Qualifications
Distinguished candidates with demonstrated excellence in biological research, administration, and teaching are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants must possess a doctoral degree with training in a field of Biological Sciences complementary to our department research areas, and qualifications warranting an appointment as Full Professor, including a strong record of research, leadership, and mentorship.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates are invited to apply with a cover letter, CV, and through Interfolio.
Contact: Ferra Executive Search has been retained to manage the search. If you have any inquiries or nominations, please send an email to:
Kevin Ferra, Founding Partner
Ferra Executive Search
kevin@ferrasearch.com
Please use 'Department of Biological Sciences' as the subject line when you contact Kevin.
Review of applications will be ongoing, starting December 1 st

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