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O*NET-SOC 15-2041.00

Statisticians

Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as biostatistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3
  1. Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.Core8956
  2. Evaluate the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy.Core8958
  3. Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.Core8953
  4. Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or research questions of interest.Core21100
  5. Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.Core8957
  6. Develop and test experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods.Core8966
  7. Identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research.Core8955
  8. Present statistical and nonstatistical results, using charts, bullets, and graphs, in meetings or conferences to audiences such as clients, peers, and students.Core20194
  9. Design research projects that apply valid scientific techniques, and use information obtained from baselines or historical data to structure uncompromised and efficient analyses.Core8961
  10. Adapt statistical methods to solve specific problems in many fields, such as economics, biology, and engineering.Core8965
  11. Evaluate sources of information to determine any limitations, in terms of reliability or usability.Core8959
  12. Process large amounts of data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers.Core8954
  13. Develop software applications or programming for statistical modeling and graphic analysis.Core20193
  14. Report results of statistical analyses in peer-reviewed papers and technical manuals.Core20192
  15. Plan data collection methods for specific projects, and determine the types and sizes of sample groups to be used.Core8960
  16. Apply sampling techniques, or use complete enumeration bases to determine and define groups to be surveyed.Core8964
  17. Examine theories, such as those of probability and inference, to discover mathematical bases for new or improved methods of obtaining and evaluating numerical data.Core8967
  18. Prepare and structure data warehouses for storing data.Supplemental21101
  19. Supervise and provide instructions for workers collecting and tabulating data.Core8963

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 70 examples in 15 categories, 26 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Data base user interface and query software

  • Amazon RedshiftHot Technology
  • Amazon Web Services AWS softwareHot Technology
  • IBM DB2Hot Technology
  • Microsoft AccessHot Technology
  • Microsoft SQL ServerHot Technology
  • Structured query language SQLHot TechnologyIn Demand

Data mining software

  • Angoss KnowledgeSEEKER
  • NCR Teradata Warehouse Miner
  • SAS Enterprise Miner

Data base management system software

  • Apache HadoopHot Technology
  • Apache Pig
  • Teradata DatabaseHot Technology

Business intelligence and data analysis software

  • Apache SparkHot Technology
  • Qlik Tech QlikView
  • TableauHot TechnologyIn Demand

Analytical or scientific software

  • Aptech Systems GAUSS
  • Automatic Forecasting Systems Autobox
  • Camfit Data Limited Microfit
  • Cytel StatXact
  • DataDescription DataDesk
  • Econometric Software LIMDEP
  • GraphPad Software GraphPad Prism
  • IBM SPSS Amos
  • IBM SPSS AnswerTree
  • IBM SPSS StatisticsHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • Insightful S-PLUS
  • Minitab
  • Muthen & Muthen Mplus
  • NCSS Power Analysis and Sample Size PASS
  • Quantitative Micro Software EViews
  • RAT-STATS
  • SASHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • SAS JMPIn Demand
  • Scientific Software International SSI Hierarchical Linear and Non-Linear Modeling HLM
  • Scientific Software International SSI LISREL
  • Stat-Ease Design-Ease
  • Stat-Ease Design-Expert
  • StataCorp StataIn Demand
  • STATISTICA
  • Statistical softwareIn Demand
  • Statistical Solutions BMDP
  • StatPoint STATGRAPHICS Centurion
  • SuperANOVA
  • Systat Software SigmaPlot
  • Systat Software SigmaStat
  • The MathWorks MATLABHot Technology
  • UNISTAT Statistical Package
  • Visual Numerics TS-WAVE
  • Wolfram Research Mathematica
  • XGobi
  • XLISP-STAT

Object or component oriented development software

  • C++Hot Technology
  • PythonHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • RHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • SAP PowerBuilder
  • Sun Microsystems Java

Development environment software

  • Common business oriented language COBOL
  • Formula translation/translator FORTRAN
  • Microsoft Visual BasicHot Technology
  • Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBAHot Technology

Enterprise application integration software

  • Extensible markup language XMLHot Technology
  • SAS/CONNECT

Operating system software

  • LinuxHot Technology
  • UNIXHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

  • Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Object oriented data base management software

  • Microsoft Visual FoxPro

Word processing software

  • Microsoft WordHot Technology

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

  • SAP softwareHot Technology

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

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Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

  • Evaluate project designs to determine adequacy or feasibility.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Processing Information

  • Evaluate data quality.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Analyzing Data or Information

  • Apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems in scientific or applied fields.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 5 of 10 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • Augments 9
    • Informs 1
  • Analyze data to identify trends or relationships among variables.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Evaluate technical data to determine effect on designs or plans.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

  • Determine appropriate methods for data analysis.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

  • Design software applications.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 5 of 29 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • Augments 9
    • Supports 13
    • Informs 7
  • Prepare graphics or other visual representations of information.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Design research studies to obtain scientific information.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

  • Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 5 of 9 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • Augments 1
    • Informs 8

Working with Computers

  • Write computer programming code.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Implement security measures for computer or information systems.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 5 of 11 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • Augments 3
    • Supports 8
  • Install computer software.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Prepare data for analysis.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 5 of 14 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • Replaces 1
    • Augments 12
    • Supports 1

Documenting/Recording Information

  • Present research results to others.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Prepare analytical reports.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

  • Supervise information technology personnel.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed

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WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

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Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill5 of 17
Distinct tools73
Level mix
  • Replaces 1
  • Augments 34
  • Supports 22
  • Informs 16

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

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