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On the Data Frontline: Biostatisticians in the Hospital Research Setting
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of biostatisticians working in a hospital setting, who have long held critical roles as independent researchers and cross-disciplinary team members.
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Breaking Through the NSF Grant-Writing Process
Mark Ward offers tips for when you are ready to start on your grant proposal.
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COVID-19 Job Search Tips for Early-Career Data Scientists, Analytics Pros
The past year has been a difficult time for many as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Following are some tips for those who want to proactively manage their early career and job search during this uncertain time.
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Students Uncertain but Hopeful About Future
College students face an uncertain future as 2021 begins and much remains unknown about how COVID-19 will continue to affect the economy and education.
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Jeremy Gu: Data Science from the Tech Industry to the World of Fashion
Data scientist Jeremy Gu has experience working at some of the biggest data-based companies in the world—including Amazon, Uber, and Stitch Fix—using data to advance their offerings and make strategic business decisions.
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Students Share Virtual Experiences and Tips for Handling Pandemic
College students in fully virtual classes are finding new ways to structure their days, stay motivated, and connect with their peers.
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Teaching Careers (for Statisticians): What You Should Know
Mine Dogucu shares her thoughts about teaching misconceptions, rewards, and challenges and recommends a few resources that will help anyone considering a teaching-focused career.
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Staying Motivated and Connected During COVID-19
It is the fall of 2020 and many school and career goals have changed drastically. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to canceled classes, lost or virtual internships, and a tough job market. Students are having to adjust their 2019 goals as best they can, but change brings opportunity.
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Data for Public Good: Have You Considered Using Your Training Like This?
Applications are being accepted for The Science & Technology Policy Fellowships program, which matches statisticians, mathematicians, other scientists, and engineers with agencies where the need is easily apparent—the Bureau of Labor Statistics or US Census Bureau, for example.
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Ten Tips for Making the Most of a Virtual Conference
As the world moves online because of the COVID-19 pandemic, here are 10 tips to make the most of your virtual conference experience as a presenter and attendee.