Many statistics careers are not straight paths. How do you find your way into a job that is right for you? This special issue of Amstat News focuses on the unique careers statisticians can have, including Lyndsay Noble’s. She explored many career directions before finding one that was right for her.
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With a Little Help from My Friends: Advice from the Board for Your Career Journey
ASA Board members share pearls of wisdom related to careers in this special issue of Amstat News.
Bonnie K. Ray
Bonnie Ray always loved mathematics, but it was during a summer internship at Texas Instruments that she began to appreciate the power of computing. She currently leads data science activities at Talkspace, a NYC-based startup that enables improved mental health for all by providing an affordable, accessible, and secure platform for messaging-based psychotherapy.
Building a Leadership Institute (from the Ground Up)
ASA President Lisa LaVange discusses ways to reach statisticians during their college and graduate education and prepare them for careers in leadership.
Professional Development: What Does the ASA Offer?
Need help advancing your career? Find a professional development opportunity for you.
Career Satisfaction: A First Look
The ASA Committee on Career Development submitted a proposal to the ASA to do a career satisfaction survey. Here are the results.
Cultivating a Culture of Collaboration (with Gusto) in Your Career
Joseph C. Cappelleri, senior director of biostatistics at Pfizer Inc., says fostering collaboration and sharing your knowledge are important ways to move ahead in your career.
Lessons from 34 Years as a Master’s Statistician in Industry
Nestor Rohowsky reflects on the lessons of his 34 years in statistics and the key decisions that shaped his career.
Extraordinary Impact of Statistics: A Special JSM Invited Session
In this invited session organized by the Caucus for Women in Statistics, speakers will talk about important statistical ideas and pivotal roles that statistics and statisticians have played in scientific discovery and social progress, as well as emerging challenges to statistics.
Women in Statistics and Data Science: A Conference to Empower
This year’s WSDS featured speakers are Cynthia Clark, Stacy Lindborg, Wendy Martinez, and Bin Yu. Here, they reflect on their long careers, share advice for the future, and discuss the topic they plan to talk about at WSDS.