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Statistician In Research Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Support quality assurance activities related to statistical analyses and research methodology. * Assist in the development of performance measures, surveillance indicators, and evaluation metrics.

Statistician

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$145 - $165/hr

Support quality assurance activities related to statistical analyses and research methodology. * Assist in the development of performance measures, surveillance indicators, and evaluation metrics.

Support quality assurance activities related to statistical analyses and research methodology. * Assist in the development of performance measures, surveillance indicators, and evaluation metrics.

Support quality assurance activities related to statistical analyses and research methodology. * Assist in the development of performance measures, surveillance indicators, and evaluation metrics.

Support quality assurance activities related to statistical analyses and research methodology. * Assist in the development of performance measures, surveillance indicators, and evaluation metrics.

Senior Research Statistician (Hybrid)

North Chicago, IL · On-site

$83K - $102K/yr

The Senior Research Statistician will provide statistical support to the research and development ... The statistician will also be expected to participate in standardized analysis modules development ...

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How much do statistician in research jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for statistician in research in the United States is $86,921.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How much does a research statistician make?

Research statisticians typically earn a median annual salary of around $90,000, with salaries ranging from approximately $60,000 to over $120,000 depending on experience, education, and industry. Advanced skills in statistical software and data analysis can lead to higher compensation, especially in research-intensive roles or government agencies.

Is statistician a high paying job?

Statisticians typically earn competitive salaries, with median annual wages higher than many other professions, especially with advanced degrees and experience. The pay can vary based on industry, location, and specialization, but overall, it is considered a well-paying career in research and data analysis. Skills in statistical software and data interpretation often enhance earning potential.

What does a statistician in research do?

A statistician in research analyzes data to identify patterns, trends, and relationships that inform scientific or policy decisions. They design experiments, develop models, and use statistical software to interpret complex data sets, often collaborating with researchers across various fields.
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Infographic showing various Statistician In Research job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,921 per year, or $41.8 per hour.

Research Specialist Intermediate

University of Virginia

Charlottesville, VA • On-site

$88K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

University of Virginia: Research Specialist Intermediate - Charlottesville, VA
DUTIES:
  • Play a key role in advancing cancer-related population health research within the Population Health and Cancer Outcomes Core (PHCOC).
  • Support the Core Director and Lead Statistician in producing analytical reports on cancer incidence, mortality, treatment patterns and outcomes using large scale state and national databases to inform clinical practice, population health strategy and public health policy.
  • Responsible for full data lifecycle - from data acquisition and preprocessing to statistical modeling, visualization and reporting of results.
  • Teach and share analytical knowledge and best practices with the broader university research community.
  • Extract and clean data from large-scale cancer-related administrative and clinical databases, including SEER-Medicare, state cancer registries, the Virginia All-Payer Claims Database (APCD), and Electronic Health Record (EHR) data.
  • Generate analytical patient cohorts using SQL in virtual machine and cloud computing environments.
  • Conduct advanced statistical analyses, including linear and logistic regression, survival analysis, Cox proportional hazards modeling, propensity score matching, Blinder-Oaxaca decomposition, longitudinal data analysis, and econometric modeling to examine cancer outcomes and disparities in cancer care.
  • Utilize statistical software packages such as SAS, Stata, R, and Python to perform data analysis.
  • Apply machine learning and artificial intelligence tools to identify predictive factors and optimize analytic performance.
  • Assist in the preparation of administrative and compliance documents required for database access and data use agreements.
  • Perform geospatial analyses to assess geographic variation in cancer burden, healthcare access, and outcomes, using tools such as ArcGIS.
  • Create data visualizations, dashboards, and infographics to communicate findings, using tools such as Tableau, Canva, Lucidchart, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
  • Prepare publication-ready written and graphical outputs for manuscripts, reports, and conference presentations.
  • Collaborate with faculty, clinicians, and researchers to interpret statistical findings and translate analytical results into actionable insights for research and policy.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of standardized analytic workflows and reproducible data pipelines for quality assurance and reproducibility.
  • Lead teaching workshops throughout the year to train students and staff in working with healthcare claims and population datasets.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in statistics, biostatistics, data science, economics, public policy or a closely related quantitative field along with a minimum of 3 years of relevant quantitative data modelling experience. OR Master's degree in statistics, biostatistics, data science, economics, public policy or a closely related quantitative field will be accepted in lieu of experience.
Qualified candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
  • Data management, data cleaning, and preprocessing to conduct rigorous statistical analysis and interpretation
  • Advanced statistical methodologies, including linear and logistic regression, longitudinal data analysis, and econometric modeling
  • Statistical programming for large datasets using software such as SAS, Stata, R, and Python
  • Extracting and querying large-scale datasets using SQL in both local and cloud environments
  • Applied machine learning and artificial intelligence tools to identify predictive factors and improve analytic performance
  • Batch processing and data science workflows for efficient handling of largescale datasets
  • Working with community-level and population-based data sources, including the American Community Survey (ACS)
  • Working within virtual machine and cloud-based environments for data processing and analysis
  • Spatial data analysis using ArcGIS or related GIS tools
  • Creating data visualizations, dashboards, and infographics using software such as Tableau, R, or Python
  • Developing standardized analytical workflows, reproducible data pipelines, technical documentation and using version control tools such as Git
  • Managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks efficiently, and tracking progress
  • Teaching lectures or workshops focused on data programming and analytics

Knowledge may be gained through education, training and/or experience.
SALARY: $88,899.00 per year
LOCATION: 560 Ray C. Hunt Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22903
How to Apply
Please apply online through Online and search for R0084729. Complete the application and upload the following required materials:
Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website .
  • Cover letter
  • Resume

Reference Check Process
Reference checks will be completed via SkillSurvey. Five references will be requested, with a minimum of three responses required.
Contact
For questions about this position, please contact the recruiter Bill Crane at Xer5ff@virginia.edu
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .

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The University of Virginia is distinctive among institutions of higher education. Founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1819, the University sustains the ideal of developing, through education, leaders who are well-prepared to shape the future of the nation.

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