Welcome!
The Department of Biostatistics is a dynamic and cooperative community of researchers and educators dedicated to advancing the understanding and application of statistical and data science methods in the biomedical and public health sciences. Through innovative research, state-of-the-art teaching, and responsive teamwork, we strive to enhance quantitative research and improve the health and well-being of individuals and populations in Florida and beyond.
Academic Programs
Doctor of Philosophy
Master of Science, Traditional
Master of Science, Online
Master of Public Health
Fast Facts
Top 11 Ranked #11 in Biostatistics Programs at Public Universities by U.S. News & World Report
$9.33 million Research funding in AY 2022-2023
Services
The department is committed to making substantial contributions locally, nationally and globally by providing high-quality biostatistical support, collaboration and methodological research, and courses in research design and data analysis for health science studies.
Masters Students
Traditional Masters Students Currently 16 on-campus MS students enrolled
Online Masters Students Currently 44 online MS students enrolled
Masters of Public Health Students Currently 11 MPH students enrolled
Doctorate Students
PhD Students Currently 46 PhD students enrolled
Recent News
Targeted indoor spraying reduces community risk of mosquito-borne viruses
The intervention resulted in a 60% reduction of mosquitoes in treated households and one-quarter fewer cases of chikungunya, dengue and Zika at the community level.
Biostatistics Ph.D. students present at international bioinformatics conference
Vincent Mei and Owen Visser traveled to Liverpool, England, to present their research to an international group of bioinformatics scientists.
PHHP faculty awarded promotion and tenure
Ten faculty members were awarded tenure and/or promotion from the University of Florida for the 2024-25 cycle.
Susmita Datta gives special invited speaker talk at International Indian Statistical Association conference
Special invited speakers are recognized as eminent statisticians who are leaders in their fields.
Faculty Search
Faculty members in the Department of Biostatistics pursue independent and collaborative research and are leaders in artificial intelligence, big data analysis, cancer, genetics, infectious disease modeling and intervention studies, medical image processing, metabolomics data analysis, survival analysis, causal inference, statistical methods of health surveys, high-dimensional inference, longitudinal data analysis, and clinical trials. Join our dynamic department and be part of groundbreaking research and innovative education.
Biostatistics position as Director of Research Design and Data Coordinating Center
Open-Rank Biostatistics Position in Artificial Intelligence
Biostatistics/Epidemiology Positions with Experience in Neuro Science Research
A Message From Our Chair
Dr. Peihua Qiu
The UF Department of Biostatistics will hold an online student info session during each quarter. Please check back for upcoming dates.
