A rigorous, cohort-based program for statisticians and data scientists ready to deepen their expertise in the design, analysis, and conduct of clinical trials.
Whether you're early in your career or pivoting deeper into trials methodology, this program meets you where you are and takes you further.
You'll move through the program alongside a carefully selected group of 20 peers, building professional relationships that extend beyond the certificate itself.
Every module pairs recorded instruction with a live interactive session. You're not just absorbing content — you're working with it alongside faculty and peers.
The program closes with a practicum and capstone project presented to the cohort and program faculty — a tangible demonstration of your expertise.
Earn a certificate from the American Statistical Association.
The eighteen modules, a practicum, and a capstone are designed as a complete arc from foundation to applied expertise.
Core curriculum delivered in two-part sessions over the program period, with planned breaks for reflection and deeper engagement.
Applied engagement with clinical trials methods in a supervised professional or simulated context.
A pre-recorded instructional video available on demand. Watch on your own schedule, pause, and revisit as needed. Recorded sessions remain accessible throughout the entire program including during scheduled breaks.
Some modules include embedded assessmentsA synchronous session with faculty and the full cohort. Facilitated discussion, case application, and Q&A build on the recorded material and connect it to real-world practice.
Some sessions include live assessmentsSessions run on a weekly cadence with planned breaks giving you time to absorb material, manage your workload, and show up ready.
…you're ready to go deeper. Whether you're building your foundation or formalizing expertise you've gained on the job, this program is designed for statisticians and data scientists who want to do more rigorous, impactful work in clinical research.
You have a degree in statistics, biostatistics, or a quantitative field and want structured, expert-led preparation for clinical trials work.
You work in industry, biotech, academia, or government and want to formalize your knowledge or transition more fully into trials methodology.
You collaborate on or lead clinical research and want deeper statistical grounding to strengthen your contributions to study teams.
You bring strong quantitative skills and want to understand the specific frameworks, standards, and methods that govern clinical trials.
The first cohort will include 20 participants selected through a competitive review process. We evaluate applications holistically.
Your academic and professional background. PDF or Word document.
Two prompts (approximately 200–300 words each) that give the selection committee a clear picture of your background and motivation.
The inaugural cohort begins September 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and closes once all available seats are filled.
Questions? Contact donnal@amstat.org