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Careers in Scientific Research/Engineering
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Aerospace Engineers
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Perform a variety of engineering work in designing, constructing, and testing aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft. May conduct basic and applied research to evaluate adaptability of materials and equipment to aircraft ...
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Agricultural Engineers
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Apply knowledge of engineering technology and biological science to agricultural problems concerned with power and machinery, electrification, structures, soil and water conservation, and processing of agricultural pr...
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Anthropologists
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Research, evaluate, and establish public policy concerning the origins of humans; their physical, social, linguistic, and cultural development; and their behavior, as well as the cultures, organizations, and instituti...
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Anthropologists & Archeologists
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Study the origin, development, and behavior of humans. May study the way of life, language, or physical characteristics of existing people in various parts of the world. May engage in systematic recovery and examinati...
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Archeologists
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Conduct research to reconstruct record of past human life and culture from human remains, artifacts, architectural features, and structures recovered through excavation, underwater recovery, or other means of discovery.
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Astronomers
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Observe, research, and interpret celestial and astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge and apply such information to practical problems.
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Astronomers & Physicists
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Atmospheric & Space Scientists
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Investigate atmospheric phenomena and interpret meteorological data gathered by surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other uses.
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Biochemists
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Biochemists & Biophysicists
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Study the chemical composition and physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemica...
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Biological Scientists
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Biological Scientists, All Other
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Biological Technicians
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Assist biological and medical scientists in laboratories. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, make observations, and calculate and record results. May analyze organ...
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Biomedical Engineers
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Apply knowledge of engineering, biology, and biomechanical principles to the design, development, and evaluation of biological and health systems and products, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, m...
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Biophysicists
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Cartographers & Photogrammetrists
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Collect, analyze, and interpret geographic information provided by geodetic surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite data. Research, study, and prepare maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic form for lega...
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Chemical Engineers
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Design chemical plant equipment and devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products, such as gasoline, synthetic rubber, plastics, detergents, cement, paper, and pulp, by applying principles and technology o...
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Chemical Technicians
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Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials for purposes, such as research and development of new produ...
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Chemists
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Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or chemical experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.
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Chemists & Materials Scientists
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City Planning Aides
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Compile data from various sources, such as maps, reports, and field and file investigations, for use by city planner in making planning studies.
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Civil Engineers
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Perform engineering duties in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of building structures, and facilities, such as roads, railroads, airports, bridges, harbors, channels, dams, irrigation p...
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Electrical & Electronics Engineers
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Electrical Engineers
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Design, develop, test, or supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use.
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Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
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Research, design, develop, and test electronic components and systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use utilizing knowledge of electronic theory and materials properties. Design electronic circui...
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Engineering Managers
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Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.
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Engineers, All Other
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Environmental Science & Protection Technicians, Including Health
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Performs laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those that affect health. Under direction of an environmental scientist or specialist, may collect samples...
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Environmental Scientists & Geoscientists
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Environmental Scientists & Specialists, Including Health
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Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or the health of the population. Utilizing knowledg...
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Epidemiologists
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Investigate and describe the determinants and distribution of disease, disability, and other health outcomes and develop the means for prevention and control.
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Fire-Prevention & Protection Engineers
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Research causes of fires, determine fire protection methods, and design or recommend materials or equipment such as structural components or fire-detection equipment to assist organizations in safeguarding life and pr...
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Forensic Science Technicians
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Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May te...
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Geographers
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Study nature and use of areas of earth's surface, relating and interpreting interactions of physical and cultural phenomena. Conduct research on physical aspects of a region, including land forms, climates, soils, pla...
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Geologists
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Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists & Geographers
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Study the composition, structure, and other physical aspects of the earth. May use geological, physics, and mathematics knowledge in exploration for oil, gas, minerals, or underground water; or in waste disposal, land...
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Health & Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers & Inspectors
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Promote worksite or product safety by applying knowledge of industrial processes, mechanics, chemistry, psychology, and industrial health and safety laws.
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Historians
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Research, analyze, record, and interpret the past as recorded in sources, such as government and institutional records, newspapers and other periodicals, photographs, interviews, films, and unpublished manuscripts, su...
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Hydrologists
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Research the distribution, circulation, and physical properties of underground and surface waters; study the form and intensity of precipitation, its rate of infiltration into the soil, movement through the earth, and...
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Industrial Engineers
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Design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes including human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics and material flow, cost analysis, and pro...
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Industrial Engineers, Including Health & Safety
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Industrial Safety & Health Engineers
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Plan, implement, and coordinate safety programs, requiring application of engineering principles and technology, to prevent or correct unsafe environmental working conditions.
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Life Scientists, All Other
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Life, Physical, & Social Science Technicians, All Other
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Mapping Technicians
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Calculate mapmaking information from field notes, and draw and verify accuracy of topographical maps.
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Marine Architects
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Design and oversee construction and repair of marine craft and floating structures such as ships, barges, tugs, dredges, submarines, torpedoes, floats, and buoys. May confer with marine engineers.
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Marine Engineers
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Design, develop, and take responsibility for the installation of ship machinery and related equipment including propulsion machines and power supply systems.
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Marine Engineers & Naval Architects
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Design, develop, and evaluate the operation of marine vessels, ship machinery, and related equipment, such as power supply and propulsion systems.
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Materials Engineers
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Evaluate materials and develop machinery and processes to manufacture materials for use in products that must meet specialized design and performance specifications. Develop new uses for known materials. Includes thos...
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Materials Scientists
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Research and study the structures and chemical properties of various natural and manmade materials, including metals, alloys, rubber, ceramics, semiconductors, polymers, and glass. Determine ways to strengthen or comb...
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Mathematical Scientists, All Other
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Mathematical Technicians
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Mathematicians
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Conduct research in fundamental mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields. Solve or direct solutions to problems in various fields by mathematical methods.
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Mechanical Engineers
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Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of such equipment as centralized he...
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Medical Scientists
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Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists
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Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation or other research, production, technical writing, or related activities.
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Microbiologists
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Investigate the growth, structure, development, and other characteristics of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, algae, or fungi. Includes medical microbiologists who study the relationship between organisms and ...
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Miscellaneous Mathematical Science Occupations
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Natural Sciences Managers
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Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.
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Nuclear Engineers
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Conduct research on nuclear engineering problems or apply principles and theory of nuclear science to problems concerned with release, control, and utilization of nuclear energy and nuclear waste disposal.
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Nuclear Equipment Operation Technicians
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Operate equipment used for the release, control, and utilization of nuclear energy to assist scientists in laboratory and production activities.
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Nuclear Monitoring Technicians
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Collect and test samples to monitor results of nuclear experiments and contamination of humans, facilities, and environment.
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Nuclear Technicians
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Assist scientists in both laboratory and production activities by performing technical tasks involving nuclear physics, primarily in operation, maintenance, production, and quality control support activities.
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Petroleum Engineers
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Devise methods to improve oil and gas well production and determine the need for new or modified tool designs. Oversee drilling and offer technical advice to achieve economical and satisfactory progress.
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Physical Scientists, All Other
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Physicists
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Conduct research into the phases of physical phenomena, develop theories and laws on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply laws and theories to industry and other fields.
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Political Scientists
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Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. Research a wide range of subjects, such as relations between the United States and foreign countries, the beliefs and institutions of foreign nations,...
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Product Safety Engineers
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Develop and conduct tests to evaluate product safety levels and recommend measures to reduce or eliminate hazards.
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Social Science Research Assistants
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Assist social scientists in laboratory, survey, and other social research. May perform publication activities, laboratory analysis, quality control, or data management. Normally these individuals work under the direct...
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Social Scientists & Related Workers, All Other
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Surveying & Mapping Technicians
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Perform surveying and mapping duties, usually under the direction of a surveyor, cartographer, or photogrammetrist to obtain data used for construction, mapmaking, boundary location, mining, or other purposes. May cal...
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Surveying Technicians
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Adjust and operate surveying instruments, such as the theodolite and electronic distance-measuring equipment, and compile notes, make sketches and enter data into computers.
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Surveyors, Cartographers, & Photogrammetrists
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Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, & Samplers, Recordkeeping
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Weigh, measure, and check materials, supplies, and equipment for the purpose of keeping relevant records. Duties are primarily clerical by nature.
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