Biostatistics, Ph.D.
Arnold School of Public Health
Prepare to teach and perform independent or collaborative biostatistical research across a variety of industries investigating health conditions and analyzing health programs.
Our program trains researchers to teach and pursue original research on analytical approaches to investigating health conditions. You'll develop and apply biostatistical principles and methods to public health problems and earn an advanced graduate degree designed for students pursuing teaching and research careers.
Program Highlights
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Meaningful Work
Integrate mathematics, statistics and public health to turn data into the answers to health-related questions.
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High Demand
Help prepare students to work in private industry, universities, research institutes, state health departments and governmental agencies.
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Dedicated Faculty
Learn from 11 full-time faculty members experienced in using rigorous methods to unravel the true story hidden within complex data.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Data Analysis
Examining and interpreting information to uncover insights and inform decision making
Fundraising
Soliciting and collecting money or other resources from donors to support a cause or organization
Public Speaking
Delivering a message or presentation to an audience effectively and persuasively
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Research
Gathering and analyzing information to increase knowledge or solve problems
Collaboration
Working with others to achieve a common goal or objective
Teaching
Foster learning by conveying knowledge, skills and concepts to students
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
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Potential Careers
- Faculty
- Professor
- Researcher
- Biostatistician
- Biotechnologist
Job Titles of Alumni
- Associate Director Biostatistics
- Biomarker Statistician
- Quantitative Analytics Consultant
- Research Statistician
Workplace Settings
- Education
- Biotechnology
- Health Care
- Government
- Insurance
- Life Sciences
Employers of Alumni
- Pfizer
- Novartis
- Bayer
- Takeda