Mathematician

Description

Develops and applies mathematical principles and techniques to solve problems in all areas of the sciences, engineering, technology, social sciences, business, industry and commerce.

Description

Analyse, develop and apply actuarial, mathematical, statistical, financial and quantitative principles and techniques to solve problems and design experiments and surveys in a range of fields such as business and finance, health, engineering, government, scientific and social research, and technology.

Tasks include

• Conducts research to extend mathematical knowledge in areas such as algebra, geometry, probability and logic
• Applies mathematical theories and techniques to the solution of practical problems in business and management
• Develops mathematical or statistical models of trends to be used for analysis or for software simulation
• Performs computations and applies methods of numerical analysis to data
• Addresses the relationships of quantities, magnitudes and forms using numbers and symbols