Research Scientists find solutions to problems and answers to scientific questions. They typically specialize in one discipline, such as chemistry, biology, physics, meteorology, medical science, geoscience or pharmacology, and use that knowledge to design studies, carry out research and interpret results. For for-profit companies, Research Scientists may aid in product development, safety testing and quality control efforts.
Que fait un Research Scientist ?
A Research Scientist, or Applied Scientist, performs experiments, trials and studies in laboratories. Some job duties you may wish to feature in a Research Scientist job description include designing studies to test hypotheses in a scientifically valid manner, collecting and analyzing data and writing and presenting papers that summarize research findings.
Responsabilités
Un Research Scientist doit être capable de remplir diverses fonctions et responsabilités. Voici quelques fonctions et responsabilités qu'un Research Scientist doit être capable d'exécuter :
Planning trials, studies and experiments to test hypotheses
Carrying out experiments through a variety of means, such as collecting samples and making observations
Gathering and analyzing data to arrive at conclusions
Writing papers that explain the results of a study
Presenting papers internally and at professional conferences
Preparing research proposals to obtain funding for studies
Compétences requises
Un Research Scientist compétitif aura certaines compétences et qualifications, notamment :
Extensive knowledge of one or more branches of science, such as chemistry, biology or physics
Ability to operate relevant laboratory equipment, such as microscopes, calorimeters, centrifuges, autoclaves, pH meters, spectrophotometers, magnetic stirrers and incubators
Analytical and problem-solving skills to develop studies and draw conclusions from gathered data
Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with laboratory staff, make presentations and write papers and proposals
Computer skills to use analytical, statistical, reference manager, presentation, word processing and other relevant software programs
Understanding of laws and regulations related to scientific research and laboratory safety
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