Natural and social science professionals

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Average weekly hours

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Unemployment rate

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Definition: Natural and social science professionals n.e.c.

*SOC Code (Standard Occupational Classification): 2119

Job holders in this unit group perform a variety of scientific research and related activities not elsewhere classified in MINOR GROUP 211: Natural and Social Science Professionals.

Common tasks include:

plans, directs and undertakes research into natural phenomena
provides technical advisory and consulting services
designs tests and experiments to address research objective and find solutions
applies models and techniques to medical, industrial, agricultural, military and similar applications
analyses results and writes up results of tests and experiments undertaken
presents results of scientific research to sponsors, addresses conferences and publishes articles outlining the methodology and results of research undertaken
designs and develops an appropriate research methodology in order to address the research objective
compiles and analyses quantitative and qualitative data, prepares reports and presents results to summarise main findings and conclusions
advises government, private organisations and special interest groups on policy issues
writes journal articles, books, and addresses conferences, seminars and the media to reveal research findings

(N.E.C. = not elsewhere classified)

Qualifications

Entry is most common with a degree or equivalent qualification but is possible with other academic qualifications and/or relevant experience. On-the-job training and/or support for postgraduate study may be provided. Professional qualifications are available in some areas of activity.

*Introduced in 1990, SOC is a multi-purpose common classification of occupations in UK. Jobs are defined in terms of skill level and skill content, including qualifications, training and work experience.

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Alternative & related job titles: Natural and social science professionals n.e.c.

Operational research scientist Scientific officer Scientist Sports scientist Technical officer (laboratory) University research fellow (sciences)

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