Statistical assistant
Also known as: statistician, admin assistant, information technology expert, statistician assistant, computer expert, statistical report compiler
About this occupation
Statistical assistants collect data and use statistical formulas to execute statistical studies and create reports. They create charts, graphs and surveys.
Essential skills and knowledge
- process data
- write technical reports
- execute analytical mathematical calculations
- write work-related reports
- statistical analysis system software
- gather data
- apply statistical analysis techniques
- conduct quantitative research
- identify statistical patterns
- statistics
- think analytically
- mathematics
Typical tasks and preparation
From the related US occupation profile Statistical Assistants (O*NET 43-9111.00). Linked by an official crosswalk: related, not identical; details vary by country.
- Compute and analyze data, using statistical formulas and computers or calculators.
- File data and related information, and maintain and update databases.
- 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.
- Compile statistics from source materials, such as production or sales records, quality-control or test records, time sheets, or survey sheets.
- Preparation
- Job Zone 4 of 5
- Interests
- Conventional, Investigative, Realistic
Top skills: Mathematics, Reading Comprehension, Critical Thinking, Active Learning, Complex Problem Solving, Writing
US median pay: US$50,330 a year (2025), 4,710 employed. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Subjects this work relies on
How important each subject's knowledge is in the job itself, rated by people doing it (1 to 5).
- Mathematics or StatisticsO*NET: MathematicsExtremely important (4.6)
- English or Literature in EnglishO*NET: English LanguageVery important (4.4)
- Computer StudiesO*NET: Computers and ElectronicsVery important (4.4)
- Government and PoliticsO*NET: Law and GovernmentImportant (3.4)
- Business Studies or EntrepreneurshipO*NET: Administration and ManagementImportant (3.3)
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Preparation needed
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.
- Training
- Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
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O*NET data describe work in the United States; requirements differ by country. This page includes information from the O*NET 31.0 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. CareerProof Global has modified all or some of this information; USDOL/ETA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications.