Developing a Career in the Practice of Statistics: The Mentor's Perspective |
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| Authors: | Kim Love Eric A Vance Frank E Harrell Jr Dallas E Johnson Michael H Kutner Ronald D Snee |
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| Institution: | 1. K. R. Love Quantitative Consulting and Collaboration, Athens, GA;2. Department of Applied Mathematics, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO;3. Department of Biostatistics, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN;4. Department of Statistics, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS;5. Department of Biostatistics &6. Bioinformatics, Emory University Rollins School of Public Health, Atlanta, GA;7. Snee Associates, LLC, Newark, DE |
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| Abstract: | 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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| Keywords: | Collaboration Consulting Leadership Relationship Video W J Dixon award |
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