Mathematical Statistician

Duties

Recommend new or improved mathematical methods and techniques for statistical sampling, assembly, and computation, and for the summarization of data and preparation of reports.

Apply general mathematics and mathematical statistics, including probability and sampling theory, to perform limited studies that have defined program objectives, analyze information, and identify trends.

Evaluate critical factors related to the assignment area and draw rational inferences to assist in preparing technical reports of methods and findings.

Assists in developing plans and procedures for the conduct of surveys and for the analysis and preparation of estimates, forecasts, and reports.

Ability to use automated data processing techniques to process statistical data, execute jobs, review output, construct tables and graphs, and conduct research.

Analyzes summarized survey indications and prepares estimates, forecasts, and supporting analytical and interpretative comments for reports.

Assists in preparing final recommendations for estimates and forecasts and in writing analytical and interpretive comments to substantiate conclusions.