Occupation Profile

Statisticians

(SOC Code : 15-2041)

in California

Engage in the development of mathematical theory or apply statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields, such as bio-statistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, economic statistics, or other fields. Include mathematical statisticians.

Employers are usually looking for candidates with a Master's degree .

Occupational Wages

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Area	Year	Period	Hourly Mean	Hourly by Percentile
				25th	Median	75th
California	2012	1st Qtr	$44.41	$32.84	$43.13	$54.74

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Occupational Projections of Employment (also called "Outlook" or "Demand")

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Area	Estimated Year-Projected Year	Employment		Employment Change		Annual Avg Openings
		Estimated	Projected	Number	Percent
California	2010 - 2020	3,000	3,600	600	20.0	230

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Industries Employing This Occupation (click on Industry Title to View Employers List)

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Industry Title

Number of Employers in State of California

Percent of Total
Employment for Occupation in State of California

Scientific Research and Development Svc

5,742

18.2%

Colleges and Universities

1,979

15.9%

Pharmaceutical & Medicine Manufacturing

364

7.3%

Management & Technical Consulting Svc

28,222

6.4%

Insurance Carriers

4,763

3.6%

Insurance Agencies, Brokerages & Support

28,682

2.3%

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Training Programs (click on title for more information)

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Program Title

Applied Mathematics, General

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Top Tasks (Specific duties and responsibilities of this job.)

Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.

Process large amounts of data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers.

Identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research.

Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.

Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for any inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.

Evaluate the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy.

Evaluate sources of information to determine any limitations in terms of reliability or usability.

Plan data collection methods for specific projects and determine the types and sizes of sample groups to be used.

Design research projects that apply valid scientific techniques and use information obtained from baselines or historical data to structure uncompromised and efficient analyses.

Develop an understanding of fields to which statistical methods are to be applied to determine whether methods and results are appropriate.

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Top Skills used in this Job

Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

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Top Abilities (Attributes of the person that influence performance in this job.)

Mathematical Reasoning - The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

Number Facility - The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.

Inductive Reasoning - The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Mathematical Reasoning - The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Inductive Reasoning - The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

Information Ordering - The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

Written Comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

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Top Work Values (Aspects of this job that create satisfaction.)

Independence - Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions.

Achievement - Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment.

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Top Interests (The types of activities someone in this job would like.)

Conventional - Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.

Investigative - Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.

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Alternate Titles

Actuaries; Analytical Statisticians; Applied Statisticians; Clinical Data Analysts; Clinical Statistics Managers; Database Analysts; Financial Analysts; Research Analysts; Research Associates; and Statistical Analysts