Biostatistician

Also known as

Biometrician

AUT programmes

• Mathematical Modelling and Computation Major - Bachelor of Science
• Public and Environmental Health Major - Bachelor of Health Science
• Biological Science Major - Bachelor of Science

Work environment

• Usually work regular business hours
• Usually work in offices and may travel nationally or internationally
• Need to be logical, accurate and identify and solve problems

Typical tasks

• Collect and organise health data
• Design medical research studies
• Assess data quality
• Use statistical methods to analyse health data
• Write reports and project plans
• Prepare data graphics
• Present research results to others
• Write scientific papers

Salary information

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Further study options

• Postgraduate Certificate in Science
• Postgraduate Diploma in Science
• Master of Science
• Master of Public Health