Career As A Statistician

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OVERVIEW

A Statistician is a person who deals with theoretical or applied statistics. His/her work involves dealing with numbers and using this data to evaluate and find practical solutions to problems.

JOB DESCRIPTION

1. Analyze and interpret data
2. Determine methods for finding or collecting data
3. Apply statistical theories and methods to solve practical problems in business, engineering, the sciences, or other fields
4. Decide what data are needed to answer specific questions or problems
5. Design surveys or experiments or opinion polls to collect data
6. Collect data or train others to do so
7. Report conclusions from their analyses
8. Any other related duties assigned

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

1. Bachelors Degree or Masters in Statistics
2. Knowledge of Standard Query Language (SQL) and open source software

TRAINING | COACHING | STUDY REQUIREMENTS

1. Computer or laptop
2. Statistics software
3. Book or Ebook on Statistics
4. Online Statistics Tutorial

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

1. Critical-thinking and analytical skills
2. Problem-solving skills
3. Strong oral and written communication skills
4. Ability to work independently as well as in a group setting