G-BST-PHD - Biostatistics - PhD

The Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics offers both doctoral and master’s degrees in biostatistics. The doctoral program is offered through the Duke University Graduate School, and the master’s degree program is offered through the Duke University School of Medicine (see the relevant year’s Bulletin of the Duke University School of Medicine).

As biomedical research becomes increasingly quantitative and complex, a need exists for individuals who possess exceptional analytic skills, a strong foundation in human biology, and the ability to effectively communicate statistical principles to multi-disciplinary research teams. Demand is particularly high for individuals formally trained in biostatistics.

Duke University Medical Center is a world-class medical research institution that provides an ideal setting for training biostatisticians to gain exposure to state-of-the-art biostatistical methodology in the context of cutting-edge science research. Duke’s PhD in Biostatistics Program is unique in its balanced focus on three core competencies: statistical methodology, biology, and communication. All faculty members in the Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics at Duke are actively engaged in research, with projects collectively spanning a broad array of biomedical research areas. Faculty members actively practice what they teach and are dedicated to ensuring that students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed as biostatisticians.

For more information about the doctoral and/or master’s program in Biostatistics, please visit the program website: biostat.duke.edu.