Typical Tasks
Follow strict safety procedures when handling toxic materials to avoid contamination.
Write and publish articles in scientific journals.
Conduct research to develop methodologies, instrumentation, and procedures for medical application, analyzing data and presenting findings to the scientific audience and general public.
Plan and direct studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease.
Evaluate effects of drugs, gases, pesticides, parasites, and microorganisms at various levels.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Analytical Thinking
Innovation
Integrity
Attention to Detail
Achievement/Effort
Initiative
What key skills are needed for this job?
Writing
Active Learning
Speaking
Science
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Expected Knowledge
Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
Common Activities
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Thinking Creatively
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
