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High-Performance Statistical Computing: Why the Future of Statistics Is Parallel
As data complexity outpaces traditional computing, statisticians who master high-performance parallel computing will drive the next era of scalable, rigorous statistical analysis, says Valerie Nirala.
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Nominations Wanted for Young Investigator Award
Nominate a colleague for the Young Investigator Award, which recognizes a promising early-career statistics educator or researcher in the health sciences with a certificate and $500 prize.
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Applications Sought for NextGen Scholarship
Applications will be accepted until May 8 for the New England Statistical Society’s NextGen scholarships for underrepresented groups in statistics and data science. The scholarships are for $1,000.
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Applications Open for Diversity Mentoring Program
The Committee on Minorities in Statistics invites applications for its Diversity Mentoring Program held during the Joint Statistical Meetings in Boston.
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Will You Tell Us a Story?
‘Significance’ magazine invites students and early-career statisticians to enter its annual writing competition with a 1,500–2,500 word article on any statistics-related topic by May 31.
NCTM Grants Available for Math Educators
NCTM offers grants, scholarships, and awards ranging from $1,500 to $24,000 for math educators and prospective teachers.
Application Open for World Science Scholars Program
The free program provides high school students with the chance to explore cutting-edge scientific research with world-renowned scientists.
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Looking for Your First Professional Job? Read These Tips
How do you land your first professional job? The internet is full of advice, but we wanted to hear directly from our members about what it’s like in the statistics and data science field, so we asked them to share how they landed their first job, what they learned, and what advice they’d give to others starting out.
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The Human Side of Hiring: What Great Recruiters Understand About Biostatistics Careers
Learn what sets top biostatistics candidates apart—from using technology to preparing to interviewing. Also, learn what not to do.
How a Statistician Can Get a Job at a Tech Company
As companies adopt AI and automation, the need for professionals who can do statistics, engineering, and AI are in demand. Mariana Borges from BIX Tech offers a road map for building a career as a statistician in the tech sector.
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2026 Internships
The following companies are looking for interns in 2026. If you are interested in having new experiences, improving your programming skills, or learning from senior-level statisticians, apply for one of these opportunities.
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High-Performance Statistical Computing: Why the Future of Statistics Is Parallel
As data complexity outpaces traditional computing, statisticians who master high-performance parallel computing will drive the next era of scalable, rigorous statistical analysis, says Valerie Nirala.
Continue Reading High-Performance Statistical Computing: Why the Future of Statistics Is Parallel
NCTM Grants Available for Math Educators
NCTM offers grants, scholarships, and awards ranging from $1,500 to $24,000 for math educators and prospective teachers.
Statistics Is a Journey, Not a Destination
Scott Evans reflects on decades of experience in clinical trials and shares big-picture advice that goes far beyond methods and models.
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