Will AI replace Statistical Assistants?

AI can do 100% of the work Statistical Assistants do at least twice as fast. People already use it for 5 of their 14 tasks, while 9 more are ready but barely used so far.

AI is already doing this5 · 53% of time

People already use AI for these tasks in real work, based on Anthropic's analysis of how Claude is used.

  • Compute and analyze data, using statistical formulas and computers or calculators.Mostly automated21% of time
  • Enter data into computers for use in analyses or reports.Mostly automated13% of time
  • Compile reports, charts, or graphs that describe and interpret findings of analyses.Mostly automated13% of time
  • Code data prior to computer entry, using lists of codes.Mostly automated5% of time
  • Interview people and keep track of their responses.Mostly automated1% of time

AI could do this next9 · 47% of time

AI can speed these up by at least half, but real use has not caught up yet. These are next in line.

  • Check source data to verify completeness and accuracy.13% of time
  • Compile statistics from source materials, such as production or sales records, quality-control or test records, time sheets, or survey sheets.12% of time
  • File data and related information, and maintain and update databases.8% of time
  • Organize paperwork, such as survey forms or reports, for distribution or analysis.5% of time
  • Participate in the publication of data or information.4% of time
  • Discuss data presentation requirements with clients.3% of time
  • Select statistical tests for analyzing data.1% of time
  • Check survey responses for errors, such as the use of pens instead of pencils, and set aside response forms that cannot be used.1% of time
  • Send out surveys.1% of time

Still needs a person0 · 0% of time

No real AI use, no proven AI speedup and no robot that can do it yet. This is the part of the job to build on.

  • Every task in this job is touched by AI or robots in some way.

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What this means

AI can already do almost all of this work at least twice as fast. People in this job already use it heavily. Expect the role to shift toward deciding what to do, checking AI's work and owning the result.

What to do next

  • Do the 5 tasks AI is already handling with AI yourself. Your peers already are, and it is quickly becoming the baseline.
  • Get ahead on the 9 tasks AI could do next. These move as tools improve, so learning them early pays off.
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