Statistician
ANZSCO Code: 224113 / Group A
Statisticians develop and employ statistical techniques to gather, structure, and comprehend data. They generate reports and analyses for diverse applications, including governmental and commercial purposes.
Occupation Descriptions
Statisticians play a crucial role in designing and implementing statistical methods to gather, structure, and analyze measurable data. Their work spans various sectors, including government, commerce, and beyond. They meticulously organize data sets, employing statistical techniques to extract meaningful insights and trends. Using advanced methodologies, statisticians produce comprehensive reports and analyses, providing valuable information for decision-making processes. In government settings, their analyses inform policy development and resource allocation strategies. In commercial contexts, they contribute to market research, forecasting, and product development initiatives.
Their expertise also extends to academic research, where they aid in experimental design and data interpretation. Overall, statisticians facilitate evidence-based decision-making across diverse fields, leveraging statistical principles to unlock the potential of data for informed action.
Occupations considered suitable under this ANZSCO code:
- Biometrician
- Demographer
- Epidemiologist
Statistician is a VETASSESS Group A occupation
To work in this occupation, individuals need a qualification equivalent to an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Bachelor degree or higher, in a field closely related to the nominated occupation.
Applicants must also possess at least one year of post-qualification employment, demonstrating highly relevant skills, completed within the last five years.
If the qualifications do not meet the required educational level or are not in a highly relevant field of study, or if the employment occurred before obtaining the qualification, the applicant will be assessed at a skill level below the required standard.
This includes qualifications assessed at AQF Bachelor, Master and Doctoral level.
A positive assessment of both qualifications and employment is required for a positive Skills Assessment Outcome.
Qualification and Employment Criteria
Qualification
AQF Bachelor degree or higher
Statistics involves the collection, description, processing, and analysis of numerical data. Qualifications in certain fields may be considered on an individual basis if they include enough subjects in statistics, statistical techniques, linear models, multivariate analysis, experimental design, quantitative research methods, probability estimation, spatial modeling, survey design, time series analysis, distribution theory, and applied statistics.
The fields of study that may be considered include Business Analytics, Actuarial Studies, Data Science, Computer Science, Economics, Bioinformatics, and Epidemiology.
Highly relevant major fields of study include:
- Statistics
- Business / Financial Statistics
- Biostatistics
- Mathematical Statistics
- Mathematics
Employment
In Australia, there are presently no mandatory licensing or registration requirements for the profession of Statistician.
Tasks of a Statistician may include:
- Collaborating with management and clients to identify the topic or area for survey or examination.
- Defining the data to be gathered and the methods for collection and analysis.
- Assessing and articulating the reliability and usefulness of source information.
- Examining and interpreting data, and generating pertinent statistics and visual representations to illustrate and deduce specific trends and patterns.
The main focus of this role is to apply statistical principles to topics within biology and biological experiments. The primary responsibility is to utilize applied statistics rather than conducting scientific research.
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ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Biostatistician
The key duty of this position is to employ statistical principles in the context of biology and biological experiments. The primary emphasis of the role should be on the application of statistical methods rather than conducting scientific research.
Finance / Business Analyst
The primary responsibility of this position involves generating, interpreting, analyzing, and reporting on statistical data related to finance and business. The main focus should be on deriving outcomes from statistical modeling and forecasting, rather than conducting market research or accounting activities.
Employment as an Actuary or Econometrician is not considered highly relevant to this occupation.
Econometricians fall under the ANZSCO Unit Group 2243 Economists
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