JOB REPORT / 43-9111 · 14 TASKS
Statistical Assistants.
Can AI do the work of Statistical Assistants?
Mostly it works alongside you. Here is what shifts, task by task.
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The parts of your job AI can already do most of:
- Compile statistics from source materials
- Code data prior to computer entry, using lists…
- Check source data to verify completeness and accuracy
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Task by task, from the work Statistical Assistants actually do. How we describe AI use in each task is our own read of it, not a measurement of whether AI can replace the job.
- TASK 01
Compile statistics from source materials, such as production or sales records, quality-control or test records, time sheets, or survey sheets.
AI DOESReads spreadsheets and documents, extracts numbers, and builds summary tables automatically
YOU DOVerify source quality, catch formatting quirks, and decide which data actually matters
- TASK 02
Code data prior to computer entry, using lists of codes.
AI DOESReads data fields and assigns codes from a lookup list automatically
YOU DOReview edge cases and unusual entries that don't fit neatly into any code
- TASK 03
Check source data to verify completeness and accuracy.
AI DOESScans datasets for missing entries, duplicates, and values that look out of range
YOU DODecide whether flagged issues are real problems or expected exceptions
- TASK 04
File data and related information, and maintain and update databases.
AI DOESSorts, labels, and enters data into databases automatically
YOU DOCatch errors and decide how to handle tricky or unexpected data
- TASK 05
Participate in the publication of data or information.
AI DOESDrafts summaries, formats charts, and catches errors in data tables
YOU DODecide what story the data tells and approve final content
- TASK 06
Organize paperwork, such as survey forms or reports, for distribution or analysis.
AI DOESSorts, tags, and routes digital files by type or topic
YOU DOSpot errors and decide how to handle edge cases
- TASK 07
Send out surveys.
AI DOESDrafts survey questions, formats emails, and schedules automated sends
YOU DODecide who gets the survey, when, and why it matters
- TASK 08SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Enter data into computers for use in analyses or reports.
AI DOESExtracts and enters data from documents automatically
YOU DOVerify accuracy and flag errors
About this analysis
66% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
- TASK 09
Interview people and keep track of their responses.
AI DOESTranscribes speech, suggests interview questions, and organizes response data
YOU DOBuild trust with interviewees and read social cues in the moment
- TASK 10SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Select statistical tests for analyzing data.
AI DOESSuggests tests based on data types and assumptions
YOU DOChoose tests that fit your research question
About this analysis
49% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
- TASK 11SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Compute and analyze data, using statistical formulas and computers or calculators.
AI DOESRuns calculations and creates charts from data
YOU DOChoose the right method and meaning
About this analysis
46% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
- TASK 12SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Compile reports, charts, or graphs that describe and interpret findings of analyses.
AI DOESGenerates charts and formats report sections
YOU DODecide what story the data tells
About this analysis
46% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
- TASK 13SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Discuss data presentation requirements with clients.
AI DOESGenerates charts and suggests presentation formats
YOU DOListen for real needs and priorities
About this analysis
14% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
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