Statistician Job Description

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Last update : July 14, 2023

Statistician Job Description

A statistician is a person who studies data and makes conclusions based on that data.

A statistician uses mathematics, statistics, and probability theory to discover information about data.

Statisticians collect and analyze data using observation, experimentation, and theory.

They were once the mathematicians and scientists that collected and analyzed data during mathematical and scientific research.

However, as technology advanced, statisticians started to collect and analyze data used in healthcare, business, government, and other fields

Job Brief:

We’re looking for a Statistician to help us analyze data and make informed decisions. The right candidate will have experience working with large data sets, be able to identify trends and patterns, and be able to communicate their findings in a clear and concise manner. If you have a passion for numbers and problem-solving, then we want to hear from you!

Statistician Duties:

  • Design and implement quality control and assurance protocols
  • Maintain and update customer and employee databases
  • Use data to identify growth opportunities
  • Work with sales teams and customers to gather and analyze data from processes, programs, and customer interactions
  • Provide feedback on industry standards and trends
  • Provide guidance on determining appropriate metrics

Statistician Responsibilities:

  • Perform statistical analyses of client data, and develop reports, graphs, and tables based on those analyses
  • Research and source data from multiple internal and external sources and analyze the resulting data for trends and exceptions
  • Work independently and on team with other analysts and specialists
  • Design and write reports, including executive summaries, executive presentations, and PowerPoint decks, and explain analyses to management
  • Deliver presentations to executives
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements And Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields: statistics, mathematics, or engineering
  • 5+ years’ proven experience using statistical software
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Knowledge of statistical software (Microsoft Excel, SAS, R, etc…)

At [Company Name], we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to creating a strong, successful team. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.


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