Occupation

Statistical Assistants

Human Advantage 68%

Significant human skills needed

AI Automation Risk Moderate Risk
3.5 / 10

Some tasks in this role may be augmented by AI, but human oversight and interpersonal skills remain important.

Compile and compute data according to statistical formulas for use in statistical studies. May perform actuarial computations and compile charts and graphs for use by actuaries. Includes actuarial clerks.

Also Known As: Actuarial Analyst, Actuarial Assistant, Actuarial Technician, Actuary Clerk, Administrative Analyst, Advertising Statistical Clerk, Analytical Clerk, Bookman +31 more

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Core Tasks

  1. Compute and analyze data, using statistical formulas and computers or calculators.
  2. Check source data to verify completeness and accuracy.
  3. Enter data into computers for use in analyses or reports.
  4. Compile reports, charts, or graphs that describe and interpret findings of analyses.
  5. Participate in the publication of data or information.
  6. File data and related information, and maintain and update databases.
  7. Organize paperwork, such as survey forms or reports, for distribution or analysis.
  8. Code data prior to computer entry, using lists of codes.
  9. Compile statistics from source materials, such as production or sales records, quality-control or test records, time sheets, or survey sheets.

Supplemental Tasks (5)

  1. Interview people and keep track of their responses.
  2. Check survey responses for errors, such as the use of pens instead of pencils, and set aside response forms that cannot be used.
  3. Select statistical tests for analyzing data.
  4. Discuss data presentation requirements with clients.
  5. Send out surveys.

Emerging Tasks

New and evolving responsibilities for this role:

  • Present results of statistical analyses to stakeholders.
  • Write code for statistical applications.

Education & Training

Job Zone 4 Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Education: Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Experience: A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
On-the-Job Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

Education Level Distribution

Percentage of workers in this occupation with each education level.

Bachelor's Degree
59%
Some College Courses
12%
Master's Degree
11%
First Professional Degree - awarded for completion of a program that: requires at least 2 years of college work before entrance into the program, includes a total of at least 6 academic years of work to complete, and provides all remaining academic requirements to begin practice in a profession.
7%
High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED)
6%
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Baccalaureate degree but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees carrying the title of Master.
2%
Doctoral Degree
2%

Technology & Tools

Hot Technologies

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Software (46)

  • A programming language APL
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  • Data visualization software
  • Database software
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  • SAP BusinessObjects Crystal Reports
  • STATISTICA
  • Software development tools
  • StataCorp Stata
  • Systat Software SigmaStat
  • Towers Perrin MoSes
  • Web browser software
  • Wolfram Research Mathematica
  • Word processing software
  • dBASE

Tools & Equipment (8)

  • 10-key calculators
  • Desktop computers
  • Graphing calculators
  • Laptop computers
  • Liquid crystal display LCD video projectors
  • Personal computers
  • Supercomputers
  • Universal serial bus USB flash drives

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