Statistician
224113 · SedentaryStatisticians use mathematical theory to collect, examine and summarise statistical data for organisations, clients and the public.
Description
Typical work tasks
Formulates mathematical models to simulate processes; applies models to experimental observations, and adjusts and recasts the models; uses numerical analysis methods to develop algorithms and perform computations; liaises with management and clients to determine the subject or area to be surveyed or examined; specifies the data to be collected, and the methodology to be used in collection and analysis; evaluates and describes the reliability and utility of source information; analyses and interprets data and produces relevant statistics to describe and infer particular trends and patterns.
Typical work environment
- Works indoors typically in office environments. Occasionally works outdoors for field work during which travel is likely to be required.
- Works in adequately lit, heated, ventilated and clean, well maintained offices.
Typical physical and mental demands
- This is a sedentary role involving frequent sitting in offices or at meetings.
- Employees occasionally stand and walk around the office and wider workspace in the process of collecting data.
- Lifting, carrying or pulling is not a significant feature of the job.
- Bending, squatting or crouching is not a significant feature of the job.
- Stretching, twisting, climbing is not a significant feature of the job.
- Frequent to constant repetitive hand and finger movements are required through the use of calculators, computers and writing.
- Driving is not a significant component of the job.
- Mental skills necessary include a high level of cognitive functioning with analytical, computing, report writing, communication, interpersonal, planning, organisational, problem solving, critical thinking and decision-making capabilities.
Requires a substantial formal qualification.
How this was determined (model-generated): Statistician: relevant tertiary qualification or 5+ years experience; no licence gate.
Entry Requirements
A relevant tertiary qualification or at least five years applicable experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). In some instances particular experience and/or on-the-job training may be required.
Further Comments
There are opportunities for flexibility of movement.