Statisticians

15-2041.00

Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as biostatistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians.

Occupation-Specific Information

Tasks

• Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.
• Identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research.
• Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or research questions of interest.
• Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.
• Present statistical and nonstatistical results, using charts, bullets, and graphs, in meetings or conferences to audiences such as clients, peers, and students.
• Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.
• Design research projects that apply valid scientific techniques, and use information obtained from baselines or historical data to structure uncompromised and efficient analyses.
• Process large amounts of data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers.
• Adapt statistical methods to solve specific problems in many fields, such as economics, biology, and engineering.
• Evaluate the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Report results of statistical analyses in peer-reviewed papers and technical manuals.
• Evaluate sources of information to determine any limitations, in terms of reliability or usability.
• Develop and test experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods.
• Plan data collection methods for specific projects, and determine the types and sizes of sample groups to be used.
• Supervise and provide instructions for workers collecting and tabulating data.
• Examine theories, such as those of probability and inference, to discover mathematical bases for new or improved methods of obtaining and evaluating numerical data.
• Prepare and structure data warehouses for storing data.
• Develop software applications or programming for statistical modeling and graphic analysis.
• Apply sampling techniques, or use complete enumeration bases to determine and define groups to be surveyed.

Technology Skills

• Analytical or scientific software - Aptech Systems GAUSS; Automatic Forecasting Systems Autobox; Camfit Data Limited Microfit; Cytel StatXact; DataDescription DataDesk; Econometric Software LIMDEP; GraphPad Software GraphPad Prism; IBM SPSS Amos; IBM SPSS AnswerTree; IBM SPSS Statistics 🔥; Insightful S-PLUS; Minitab; Muthen & Muthen Mplus; NCSS Power Analysis and Sample Size PASS; Quantitative Micro Software EViews; RAT-STATS; SAS ; SAS JMP; Scientific Software International SSI Hierarchical Linear and Non-Linear Modeling HLM; Scientific Software International SSI LISREL; Stat-Ease Design-Ease; Stat-Ease Design-Expert; StataCorp Stata; STATISTICA; Statistical software; Statistical Solutions BMDP; StatPoint STATGRAPHICS Centurion; SuperANOVA; Systat Software SigmaPlot; Systat Software SigmaStat; The MathWorks MATLAB 🔥; UNISTAT Statistical Package; Visual Numerics TS-WAVE; Wolfram Research Mathematica; XGobi; XLISP-STAT
• Business intelligence and data analysis software - Apache Spark 🔥; Qlik Tech QlikView; Tableau
• Data base management system software - Apache Hadoop 🔥; Apache Pig; Teradata Database 🔥
• Data base user interface and query software - Amazon Redshift 🔥; IBM DB2 🔥; Microsoft Access ; Microsoft SQL Server 🔥; Structured query language SQL
• Data mining software - Angoss KnowledgeSEEKER; NCR Teradata Warehouse Miner; SAS Enterprise Miner
• Development environment software - Common business oriented language COBOL; Formula translation/translator FORTRAN; Microsoft Visual Basic 🔥; Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA 🔥
• Enterprise application integration software - Extensible markup language XML 🔥; SAS/CONNECT
• Enterprise resource planning ERP software - SAP software 🔥
• Object or component oriented development software - C++ 🔥; Python ; R ; SAP PowerBuilder; Sun Microsystems Java
• Object oriented data base management software - Microsoft Visual FoxPro
• Office suite software - Microsoft Office software
• Operating system software - Linux 🔥; UNIX 🔥
• Presentation software - Microsoft PowerPoint
• Spreadsheet software - Microsoft Excel
• Word processing software - Microsoft Word 🔥

Occupational Requirements

Work Activities

• Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings - Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events - Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials - Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information - Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
• Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People - Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
• Processing Information - Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
• Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards - Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
• Analyzing Data or Information - Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Thinking Creatively - Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
• Developing Objectives and Strategies - Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
• Scheduling Work and Activities - Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Performing General Physical Activities - Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Handling and Moving Objects - Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Controlling Machines and Processes - Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
• Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment - Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
• Working with Computers - Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
• Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment - Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
• Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment - Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
• Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment - Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
• Documenting/Recording Information - Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
• Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others - Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Communicating with People Outside the Organization - Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
• Assisting and Caring for Others - Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
• Selling or Influencing Others - Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
• Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others - Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
• Performing for or Working Directly with the Public - Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
• Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others - Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
• Developing and Building Teams - Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Training and Teaching Others - Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
• Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates - Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Coaching and Developing Others - Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Providing Consultation and Advice to Others - Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
• Performing Administrative Activities - Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
• Staffing Organizational Units - Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
• Monitoring and Controlling Resources - Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Detailed Work Activities

• Analyze data to identify trends or relationships among variables.
• Evaluate technical data to determine effect on designs or plans.
• Determine appropriate methods for data analysis.
• Evaluate data quality.
• Prepare data for analysis.
• Present research results to others.
• Prepare graphics or other visual representations of information.
• Prepare analytical reports.
• Design research studies to obtain scientific information.
• Apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems in scientific or applied fields.
• Evaluate project designs to determine adequacy or feasibility.
• Supervise information technology personnel.
• Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends.
• Write computer programming code.
• Implement security measures for computer or information systems.
• Install computer software.
• Design software applications.