Limited career opportunities with only a Masters in Biostatistics?

[wanthony86]

I recently got accepted into a top notch MS program in Biostats that I'm starting this fall. At this point, I'm still unsure about whether I'm passionate enough to go for a PhD, especially since my research experience is practically non-existant. I figured that if I decided the PhD wasn't for me, I'd still have ample career opportunities, or would I?

Well my colleague seemed to think that wasn't the case. Then again, he isn't really familiar with the typical career trajectory of a biostatician, which is what brings me here. If I decide to throw in the towel after obtaining my Masters, what would my options be? I understand that there is some sort of "glass ceiling" with a Masters, but how low is this "ceiling"? Should I just bite the bullet and and for a PhD no matter what or will I be able to have a flourishing and rewarding career with just my MS?

Any insight would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.