The section will sponsor several sessions at JSM 2021 and be working to revise their charter and revamp their website, among other initiatives.
Statistical Consulting
Statistical Consulting Section Responds to COVID-19
Applied and practicing statisticians in the ASA Statistical Consulting Section are engaged and playing key roles in COVID-19 research. Here, we highlight members of the section who are responding to COVID-19.
Statistical Consulting Section Offers Help with Fellow Applications
Achieving the distinction of ASA Fellow is a prestigious accomplishment for a statistical scientist. However, it is not an easy milestone to achieve. Only 30 percent of applicants are awarded fellowship on their first nomination. This is why the Section on Statistical Consulting has assembled a subcommittee to help guide members through the application process.
Webinar: The Experiences of a Statistician in Industry
Don’t miss an upcoming webinar sponsored by the Statistical Consulting Section titled, “The Experiences of a Statistician in Industry.” The webinar registration is free for all ASA student members.
Getting Paid: How to Determine Your Fee
Independent statistical consultants can bill by the hour or bill by the project, and there are trade-offs between the two approaches.
SPES Readies for JSM 2017
The Physical and Engineering Section sponsors joint section mixer and many sessions at JSM 2017.
Doug Zahn
Doug Zahn was a professor of statistics at Florida State University and a pioneer in statistical consulting education and a mentor to many.
Travel Award Winners Announced
Christopher Schmid of Tufts Medical Center and Richard Ittenbach of Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center won best topic-contributed session during JSM.