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Developing a Career in the Practice of Statistics: The Mentor's Perspective

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  • Kim Love
  • Eric A. Vance
  • Frank E. Harrell,
  • Dallas E. Johnson
  • Michael H. Kutner
  • Ronald D. Snee
  • Doug Zahn

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The W.J. Dixon Award for Excellence in Statistical Consulting is given by the American Statistical Association to “a distinguished individual who has demonstrated excellence in statistical consulting or developed and contributed new methods, software, or ways of thinking that improve statistical practice in general.” In this article, five of the seven past recipients of this career-capping award share their experiences and perspectives through 10 stepping stones that move a practicing statistician from consultant to collaborator to leader. We highlight the need for mentorship throughout the discussion, and provide direction for statisticians who would like to incorporate this advice into their careers.

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  • Kim Love & Eric A. Vance & Frank E. Harrell, & Dallas E. Johnson & Michael H. Kutner & Ronald D. Snee & Doug Zahn, 2017. "Developing a Career in the Practice of Statistics: The Mentor's Perspective," The American Statistician, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 71(1), pages 38-46, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:amstat:v:71:y:2017:i:1:p:38-46
    DOI: 10.1080/00031305.2016.1255257
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    1. Eric A. Vance, 2015. "Recent Developments and Their Implications for the Future of Academic Statistical Consulting Centers," The American Statistician, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 69(2), pages 127-137, May.
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