Researchers typically work for academic institutions or for businesses. Researchers gather data during the project life cycle, analyze the data and publish the findings to aid new research, enrich scholarly literature and improve the decision-making process. Depending on the employer and responsibilities, Researchers may work in laboratory environments or conduct field surveys for data collection purposes. They need quantitative and qualitative skills, knowledge of data analysis tools and proficiency in statistical applications. Researchers can work in diverse industries including academia, medicine, engineering, health, finance, government laboratories and technology.
