What You'll Do

  • Compute and analyze data, using statistical formulas and computers or calculators.
  • Enter data into computers for use in analyses or reports.
  • Compile statistics from source materials, such as production or sales records, quality-control or test records, time sheets, or survey sheets.
  • Compile reports, charts, or graphs that describe and interpret findings of analyses.
  • Check source data to verify completeness and accuracy.
  • Participate in the publication of data or information.
  • Discuss data presentation requirements with clients.
  • File data and related information, and maintain and update databases.
  • Select statistical tests for analyzing data.
  • Organize paperwork, such as survey forms or reports, for distribution or analysis.

Essential Skills

Mathematics 4.38/5
Reading Comprehension 3.75/5
Critical Thinking 3.75/5
Active Learning 3.62/5
Complex Problem Solving 3.62/5
Writing 3.5/5
Active Listening 3.38/5
Speaking 3.38/5
Judgment and Decision Making 3.25/5
Time Management 3.25/5
Monitoring 3.0/5
Programming 3.0/5

Career Fit Overview

Use this summary to understand the kind of profile this role rewards. It helps you judge whether this career looks like a stronger match than your current role, a nearby move worth exploring, or a broader path to compare more seriously.

Top passions

  • Organizer: Bringing order to data and processes satisfies you.
  • Analyst: Investigating problems and finding patterns keeps you engaged.
  • Maker: Building and fixing energizes you. You like tangible results and practical tools.

Common styles

Attention to Detail, Dependability, Cautiousness, Integrity, Achievement Orientation

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Key Abilities

This career demands strong capabilities in the following areas:

Mathematical Reasoning 4.62/5
Written Comprehension 4.0/5
Number Facility 4.0/5
Oral Comprehension 3.88/5
Written Expression 3.88/5
Oral Expression 3.75/5
Inductive Reasoning 3.75/5
Information Ordering 3.75/5

Technologies & Tools

Benfield ReMetrica Data visualization software IBM SPSS Statistics Insightful S-PLUS Minitab SAS StataCorp Stata STATISTICA Systat Software SigmaStat The MathWorks MATLAB Wolfram Research Mathematica Tableau Bentley MicroStation Avidian Technologies Prophet Oracle PL/SQL SAP BusinessObjects Crystal Reports Database software dBASE Microsoft Access QSR International NVivo

Work Environment & Strengths

Common Strengths for This Career

  • Attention to Detail (High importance: 5.0/5)
  • Dependability (High importance: 4.63/5)
  • Cautiousness (High importance: 4.21/5)
  • Integrity (High importance: 4.03/5)
  • Achievement Orientation (High importance: 3.88/5)

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How to Become One

Most employers require a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Some positions may also require experience through internships, co-ops, or entry-level work to strengthen your candidacy.

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Can this help if I want to stay in my field

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