Occupation information for Statisticians District Of Columbia

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Typical education needed for entry: Master's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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• Evaluate the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.
• Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.
• 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.
• Develop and test experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods.
• Identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research.
• Present statistical and nonstatistical results, using charts, bullets, and graphs, in meetings or conferences to audiences such as clients, peers, and students.
• Design research projects that apply valid scientific techniques, and use information obtained from baselines or historical data to structure uncompromised and efficient analyses.
• Adapt statistical methods to solve specific problems in many fields, such as economics, biology, and engineering.

Tools:

• Desktop computers
• Notebook computers
• Personal computers

Technology:

• Analytical or scientific software
• Business intelligence and data analysis software
• Data base user interface and query software
• Development environment software
• Object or component oriented development software

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