Is being a statistician a good fit for you?
Collects and studies numbers to find useful patterns. Uses maths methods to answer questions in areas like health or business.
What the work involves
- Analyses and interprets statistics to find important differences between sources of information.
- Checks the methods used to collect data to make sure they are valid and accurate.
- Reports results of statistical analysis using graphs, charts and tables.
- Decides if statistical methods suit the user's needs or research questions.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be curious and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Achievement. Progress, recognition, ambitious goals.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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