Job Market Overview for Biostatisticians in the Pharmaceutical Industry (August 2024)

Europe

In Europe (Germany, Netherlands, England, Italy, United Kingdom, France, Belgium, Poland), most Contract Research Organizations (CROs) are hiring only one or two biostatisticians. However, MMS stands out with over 10 open roles, accounting for more than 30% of the available jobs. Only two pharmaceutical companies are actively hiring:

  • Novartis
  • Vertex Pharmaceuticals

India

The number of open biostatistician roles in India is similar to that in Europe. Most positions are distributed among the largest CROs:

  • Syneos
  • IQVIA
  • Parexel
  • ICON

Additionally, pharmaceutical companies hiring include:

  • Eli Lilly (Senior Principal)
  • Novartis

USA

The USA is traditionally the largest market for recruiting biostatisticians, but current numbers are not impressive. The largest CROs have no more than 2-3 openings each, while MMS has 14 open positions. Pharmaceutical and medical device companies hiring include:

  • Abbott
  • Boston Scientific
  • Daiichi
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Vertex Pharmaceuticals
  • CareDx
  • Biotronik
  • Karyopharm Therapeutics Inc.
  • Priovant Therapeutics