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Statistician

Statisticians use what they know about math and statistics to design surveys and experiments. They collect data, analyze the results and then report their findings. Statisticians can apply what they know to a wide variety of different fields including medicine, psychology, sports, politics and science.

Salary

The average statistician made between $52,730 and $95,170 in 2008.

Education

High School:

Statistics
Math Classes
Computer Classes
Science Classes

After High School:

Most statistician jobs require a master's degree in statistics or mathematics
Some such as research or academic positions also require a Ph.D. in math or statistics

Work Environment

Statisticians work regular hours in offices, except occasionally when deadlines require extra time.

Daily Tasks

Collect data from samples
Design experiments and surveys
Decide what the best way to carry out an experiment or survey is
Look fr patters and trends in the collected data

Reward/Impact

Discover new facts about populations
Have your findings published in scientific journals

Interviews/Biographies

Student Testimonials

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