Skill

Statistical Analysis

Data Science, Analytics and AI/ML

Statistical analysis is the process of collecting, organizing, interpreting, and presenting data to uncover patterns, test hypotheses, and support decision-making. It is used broadly across fields like business, medicine, social science, and engineering, employing techniques ranging from descriptive statistics to complex modeling. Analysts and researchers rely on it to draw valid conclusions from data and to quantify uncertainty in their findings.

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Statistical Analysis in the job market

Last checked October 27, 2026

Open roles: 148
Employers: 90
Median pay: $140,000
Disclose pay: 72%

Open roles requiring Statistical Analysis (148)

SAFETY AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SPECIALIST

U.S. Pacific Fleet

Full-time · San Diego, CA · $70,507 – $110,905

A federal safety specialist role focused on developing and executing occupational health and environmental safety programs, conducting workplace inspections, and investigating incidents at a regional maintenance facility. Suited to professionals with expertise in OSHA compliance, EPA regulations, and industrial safety who want to work in a government environment.

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PROGRAM ANALYST (2 VACANCIES)

Army National Guard Units

Full-time · Camp Dodge Military Reservation, Iowa · $62,223 – $80,895

This role analyzes and evaluates military logistics operations, supply accountability, and property management processes within the Iowa Army National Guard, identifying weaknesses and recommending improvements to enhance organizational effectiveness. It suits someone with program analysis or management consulting experience who can conduct detailed audits, interpret military regulations, and communicate findings clearly to leadership.

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Supervisory Social Scientist (Deputy Director)

Defense Human Resources Activity

Alexandria, VA · $169,279 – $197,200

This is a leadership role managing a federal analytics center that provides workforce research and policy analysis to the military. The position suits someone with deep expertise in social science research methodology, strategic planning experience, and the ability to communicate complex findings to senior government and military decision-makers.

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Wildlife Biologist

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Full-time · Smyrna, DE · $82,289 – $128,221

This position manages biological programs and wildlife habitat across a coastal refuge complex for the US Fish and Wildlife Service, involving data analysis, field coordination, and team leadership. It suits biologists with experience in wildlife management, conservation planning, and species monitoring who want to work directly on federal lands.

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QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST (AIRCRAFT)

Air Force District of Washington

Andrews AFB, Maryland · $85,447 – $111,087

This role audits and inspects aircraft maintenance operations for a U.S. Air Force facility, ensuring work meets technical and safety standards through systematic quality assurance programs. It suits experienced quality professionals with knowledge of aircraft systems and inspection methods who are willing to work in a federal government environment with security clearance requirements.

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Program Analyst (Informatics) (Detail)

Veterans Health Administration

Contract · Prescott, AZ · $61,722 – $116,362

This is a 120-day detail position supporting informatics and EHR optimization at a VA medical center, ideally suited for someone with federal IT or healthcare IT experience interested in clinical workflow improvement and data analysis.

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AEROMEDICAL EVACUATION SPECIALIST

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command

Full-time · MacDill AFB, Florida · $67,970 – $88,356

This Air Force Reserve position oversees aeromedical evacuation operations, training, and readiness for a reserve squadron, managing personnel, equipment, and mission scheduling while maintaining flight-crew standards. It suits experienced medical or military professionals with expertise in emergency medicine and aircraft operations who can balance civilian and uniformed military service obligations.

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Decision Review Officer (Rating Quality Review Specialist)

Veterans Benefits Administration

Full-time · Oakland, CA · $117,984 – $172,980

This federal quality assurance role reviews the work of veterans' benefits decision-makers to ensure claims are processed accurately and identifies training needs for staff. It suits experienced analysts or trainers in government who can evaluate complex claims decisions and communicate quality findings to management.

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OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST

Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command

Scott AFB, Illinois · $109,137 – $141,880

A federal analyst role supporting the Defense Personal Property Program, using statistical modeling and data visualization to optimize military transportation and logistics operations. This position suits someone comfortable with quantitative problem-solving who can work within government systems and wants to contribute to operational efficiency at scale.

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Data Scientist

Drug Enforcement Administration

Arlington, VA · $121,785 – $158,322

This DEA role develops data science methodologies and machine learning tools to transform raw intelligence data into actionable information for criminal investigations and operational analysis. The position suits someone comfortable building algorithms, managing data infrastructure, and authoring formal reports that drive leadership decisions in a federal law enforcement context.

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Asked for alongside Statistical Analysis

Measured from the 148 open roles that name Statistical Analysis — not from a curated list.

Python47 roles31.8%
SQL39 roles26.4%
Data Analysis26 roles17.6%
Machine Learning24 roles16.2%
Microsoft Excel22 roles14.9%
R17 roles11.5%
Tableau15 roles10.1%
Predictive Modeling13 roles8.8%

What employers state they pay

Median

$140,000

Middle half

$98,000 – $190,000

From 107 of 148 open roles — the 72% that publish a range, annualized to USD. Only some employers state pay, and the ones that do skew to California and New York, where the law requires it.