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Other Professional Occupations in Physical Sciences (2115)

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Nature of work

This group includes metallurgists, soil scientists and physical science occupations which are not elsewhere classified, and involve the conduct of theoretical and applied research in fields of physical science. They are employed by governments, educational institutions and a wide range of industrial establishments.

Fields of interest

  • Conducting research
  • Crunching numbers
  • Developing and working with natural resources
  • Writing, working in communications and information

Main duties

  • The following is a summary of the main duties for some occupations in this unit group:
  • - Metallurgists conduct studies into the properties and production of metals and alloys.
  • - Soil scientists conduct research into the composition, distribution and evolution of soils.
  • - Materials scientists conduct research into the properties, composition and production of materials such as ceramics and composite materials.

Main characteristics of the occupation

These headings are provided for the following occupation(s) :

Employment requirements

  • * A bachelor's degree in metallurgy, physics, chemistry, or a related physical science discipline is required.
  • * A master's or doctoral degree is usually required for employment as a research scientist.

Skill type

  • Natural and applied sciences and related fields

Skill level

  • Professional

More information

  • * Mobility between specializations in this group may be possible with experience.
  • * Mobility is possible to other fields of physical science or to management or regulatory program management with experience.

Job titles - Classified elsewhere