Statisticians

Does not pass

• Analyze and interpret statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 4.7% of the role's time · $148M

• Prepare statistical data for inclusion in reports to data monitoring committees, federal regulatory agencies, managers, or clients.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 4.5% of the role's time · $143M

• Prepare data for processing by organizing information, checking for inaccuracies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.9% of the role's time · $124M · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed

• Adapt statistical methods to solve specific problems in many fields, such as economics, biology, and engineering.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 3.6% of the role's time · $115M

• Evaluate the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.5% of the role's time · $113M

• Report results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.5% of the role's time · $111M · waiting on a check

• Identify relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.5% of the role's time · $111M

• Process large amounts of data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.5% of the role's time · $110M · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed · waiting on a check

• Develop or implement data analysis algorithms.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.4% of the role's time · $108M

• Evaluate sources of information to determine any limitations, in terms of reliability or usability.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.4% of the role's time · $108M

• Provide biostatistical consultation to clients or colleagues.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 3.1% of the role's time · $98.6M

• Develop and test experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 3.1% of the role's time · $97.7M

• Determine whether statistical methods are appropriate, based on user needs or research questions of interest.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.0% of the role's time · $97.0M

• Draw conclusions or make predictions, based on data summaries or statistical analyses.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 3.0% of the role's time · $95.1M

• Analyze clinical or survey data, using statistical approaches such as longitudinal analysis, mixed-effect modeling, logistic regression analyses, and model-building techniques.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 3.0% of the role's time · $94.7M

• Prepare tables and graphs to present clinical data or results.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.8% of the role's time · $90.7M · waiting on a check

• Determine project plans, timelines, or technical objectives for statistical aspects of biological research studies.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.6% of the role's time · $83.2M

• Assign work to biostatistical assistants or programmers.

  an accountable sign-off — stays with a person · 2.5% of the role's time · $80.2M

• Read current literature, attend meetings or conferences, and talk with colleagues to keep abreast of methodological or conceptual developments in fields such as biostatistics, pharmacology, life sciences, and social sciences.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.5% of the role's time · $78.9M

• Present statistical and nonstatistical results, using charts, bullets, and graphs, in meetings or conferences to audiences such as clients, peers, and students.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.4% of the role's time · $77.5M · waiting on a check

• Develop software applications or programming for statistical modeling and graphic analysis.

  reason given most often: a failure is too expensive · 2.3% of the role's time · $74.4M · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed

• Design research projects that apply valid scientific techniques, and use information obtained from baselines or historical data to structure uncompromised and efficient analyses.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.3% of the role's time · $72.5M

• Plan or direct research studies related to life sciences.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 2.1% of the role's time · $67.5M

• Write detailed analysis plans and descriptions of analyses and findings for research protocols or reports.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.0% of the role's time · $63.0M

• Prepare articles for publication or presentation at professional conferences.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.8% of the role's time · $58.3M

• Monitor clinical trials or experiments to ensure adherence to established procedures or to verify the quality of data collected.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 1.8% of the role's time · $57.6M

• Report results of statistical analyses in peer-reviewed papers and technical manuals.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.8% of the role's time · $57.0M

• Review clinical or other medical research protocols and recommend appropriate statistical analyses.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 1.8% of the role's time · $56.4M

• Design research studies in collaboration with physicians, life scientists, or other professionals.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 1.7% of the role's time · $55.0M

• Examine theories, such as those of probability and inference, to discover mathematical bases for new or improved methods of obtaining and evaluating numerical data.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.5% of the role's time · $47.3M

• Plan data collection methods for specific projects, and determine the types and sizes of sample groups to be used.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.4% of the role's time · $44.9M

• Calculate sample size requirements for clinical studies.

  reason given most often: a failure is too expensive · 1.4% of the role's time · $43.4M

• Apply sampling techniques, or use complete enumeration bases to determine and define groups to be surveyed.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.1% of the role's time · $35.8M

• Apply research or simulation results to extend biological theory or recommend new research projects.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.1% of the role's time · $35.8M

• Supervise and provide instructions for workers collecting and tabulating data.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.0% of the role's time · $31.9M

• Teach graduate or continuing education courses or seminars in biostatistics.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.0% of the role's time · $31.2M

• Develop or use mathematical models to track changes in biological phenomena, such as the spread of infectious diseases.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 0.9% of the role's time · $29.3M

• Collect data through surveys or experimentation.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 0.8% of the role's time · $26.2M

• Design or maintain databases of biological data.

  reason given most often: a failure is too expensive · 0.8% of the role's time · $24.5M · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed

• Write research proposals or grant applications for submission to external bodies.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 0.8% of the role's time · $24.1M

• Analyze archival data, such as birth, death, and disease records.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 0.6% of the role's time · $19.2M

• Prepare and structure data warehouses for storing data.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and a failure is too expensive · 0.5% of the role's time · $14.9M · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed

• Design surveys to assess health issues.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 0.4% of the role's time · $12.6M