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Statistician

224113 · Sedentary

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Statisticians use mathematical theory to collect, examine and summarise statistical data for organisations, clients and the public.

Most common salary $76k – $121k
Upper salary up to $156k
Training 3-5 years

Description

Designs and applies statistical principles and techniques for collecting, organising and interpreting quantifiable data, and uses statistical methodologies to produce statistical reports and analyses for government, commercial and other purposes.

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.
Entry signal Reviewed

Requires a substantial formal qualification.

Entry barrier Formal qualification
Licence / registration No licence required
ANZSCO skill level 1
Next-day ready No

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.