Biostatisticians
Develop and apply biostatistical theory and methods to the study of life sciences.
- Tasks
- 25 tasks25 core
- Family
- Computer & MathematicalOne of its 38 occupations
- Code
- 15-2041.01SOC 2018: 15-2041
What the work is made of
All 25 are core tasks, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the job
- Task 1. Draw conclusions or make predictions, based on data summaries or statistical analyses.Core taskTask 16254Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 2. Analyze clinical or survey data, using statistical approaches such as longitudinal analysis, mixed-effect modeling, logistic regression analyses, and model-building techniques.Core taskTask 16265Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 3. Write detailed analysis plans and descriptions of analyses and findings for research protocols or reports.Core taskTask 16250Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 4. Calculate sample size requirements for clinical studies.Core taskTask 16246Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 5. 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.Core taskTask 16243Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 6. Design research studies in collaboration with physicians, life scientists, or other professionals.Core taskTask 16258Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 7. Prepare tables and graphs to present clinical data or results.Core taskTask 16252Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 8. Write program code to analyze data with statistical analysis software.Core taskTask 16249Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 9. Provide biostatistical consultation to clients or colleagues.Core taskTask 16263Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 10. Review clinical or other medical research protocols and recommend appropriate statistical analyses.Core taskTask 16262Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 11. Develop or implement data analysis algorithms.Core taskTask 16257Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 12. Determine project plans, timelines, or technical objectives for statistical aspects of biological research studies.Core taskTask 16247Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 13. Prepare statistical data for inclusion in reports to data monitoring committees, federal regulatory agencies, managers, or clients.Core taskTask 16244Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 14. Plan or direct research studies related to life sciences.Core taskTask 16251Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 15. Prepare articles for publication or presentation at professional conferences.Core taskTask 16245Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 16. Monitor clinical trials or experiments to ensure adherence to established procedures or to verify the quality of data collected.Core taskTask 16253Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 17. Write research proposals or grant applications for submission to external bodies.Core taskTask 16241Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 18. Design or maintain databases of biological data.Core taskTask 16259Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 19. Collect data through surveys or experimentation.Core taskTask 16260Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 20. Apply research or simulation results to extend biological theory or recommend new research projects.Core taskTask 16264Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 21. Develop or use mathematical models to track changes in biological phenomena, such as the spread of infectious diseases.Core taskTask 16255Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 22. Assign work to biostatistical assistants or programmers.Core taskTask 16248Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 23. Analyze archival data, such as birth, death, and disease records.Core taskTask 16261Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 24. Design surveys to assess health issues.Core taskTask 16256Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
- Task 25. Teach graduate or continuing education courses or seminars in biostatistics.Core taskTask 16242Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2021
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- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 15-2041
- LicenseCC BY 4.0Free to copy and reuse, with credit
- Changed by usNothing.
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