What the work is
Develop and apply biostatistical theory and methods to the study of life sciences.
On a typical day
- Write research proposals or grant applications for submission to external bodies.
- Teach graduate or continuing education courses or seminars in biostatistics.
- Read current literature, attend meetings or conferences, and talk with colleagues to keep abreast of methodological or conceptual developments in fields such as biostatistics, pharmacology, life sciences, and social sciences.
- Prepare statistical data for inclusion in reports to data monitoring committees, federal regulatory agencies, managers, or clients.
- Prepare articles for publication or presentation at professional conferences.
- Calculate sample size requirements for clinical studies.