Keyword Relevance for: mathematics
15-2041.00 Statisticians
Alternate Occupation Titles
- Mathematical Statistician
O*NET-SOC Description
- 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 bio-statistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians.
Tasks
- Examine theories, such as those of probability and inference, to discover mathematical bases for new or improved methods of obtaining and evaluating numerical data.
Detailed Work Activities
- create mathematical or statistical diagrams or charts
- develop mathematical ideas or interpretations
- develop mathematical simulation models
- explain complex mathematical information
- use mathematical or statistical methods to identify or analyze problems
