Assessment Template For Biostatisticians

Develop and apply biostatistical theory and methods to the study of life sciences.
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Technology Skills
Analytical or scientific software
Questions20
Time Limit25 min

Tasks

  • Draw conclusions or make predictions, based on data summaries or statistical analyses.
  • Analyze clinical or survey data, using statistical approaches such as longitudinal analysis, mixed-effect modeling, logistic regression analyses, and model-building techniques.
  • Write detailed analysis plans and descriptions of analyses and findings for research protocols or reports.
  • Calculate sample size requirements for clinical studies.
  • 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.

Technology Skills

Analytical or scientific software

IBM SPSS Statistics, Minitab, SAS statistical software, The MathWorks MATLAB

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPoint

Data base user interface and query software

Database software, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle software, Structured query language SQL

Operating system software

Bash, Linux, Shell script, UNIX

Object or component oriented development software

C#, Oracle Java, Perl, R

Worker Requirements

Technology Skills
Analytical or scientific software
Questions20
Time Limit25 min
Skills
Mathematics
Questions25
Time Limit15 min
Knowledge
Mathematics
Questions20
Time Limit20 min

Skills

Mathematics

Using mathematics to solve problems.

Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Complex Problem Solving

Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Judgment and Decision Making

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Knowledge

Mathematics

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Computers and Electronics

Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Medicine and Dentistry

Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.

Worker Characteristics

Technology Skills
Analytical or scientific software
Questions20
Time Limit25 min
Skills
Mathematics
Questions25
Time Limit15 min
Knowledge
Mathematics
Questions20
Time Limit20 min
Abilities
Inductive Reasoning
Questions25
Time Limit25 min
Interests
Investigative
Questions20
Time Limit20 min
Work Values
Achievement
Questions20
Time Limit20 min
Work Styles
Analytical Thinking
Questions20
Time Limit25 min

Abilities

Inductive Reasoning

The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

Mathematical Reasoning

The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

Deductive Reasoning

The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Oral Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

Written Comprehension

The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

Interests

Investigative

Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.

Conventional

Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.

Work Values

Achievement

Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

Independence

Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

Recognition

Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

Work Styles

Analytical Thinking

Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.

Integrity

Job requires being honest and ethical.

Attention to Detail

Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

Cooperation

Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.

Independence

Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.

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