How do they match: Statisticians

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.

Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.
Design research projects that apply valid scientific techniques, and use information obtained from baselines or historical data to structure uncompromised and efficient analyses.
Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or research questions of interest.
Evaluate sources of information to determine any limitations, in terms of reliability or usability.
Identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research.
Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.
Process large amounts of data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers.
Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.

Apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems in scientific or applied fields.
Design research studies to obtain scientific information.
Implement security measures for computer or information systems.
Install computer software.
Prepare graphics or other visual representations of information.
Present research results to others.
Supervise information technology personnel.
Write computer programming code.

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