What they do
|
Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation, research and development, or other related activities.
|
| |
| Also called: |
|
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Clinical Lab Scientist), Clinical Pharmacologist, Clinical Research Scientist, Medical Researcher, Physician Scientist, Research Scientist, Researcher, Scientist, Study Director, Toxicologist
|
| |
|
|
|
| |
Wages
|
|
| Vermont - 2023 |
| Percentile1 | Hourly | Yearly |
| 10% |
$ 30.22 |
$62,850 |
| 25% |
$ 30.22 |
$62,850 |
| Median |
$ 30.58 |
$63,600 |
| 75% |
$ 39.01 |
$81,150 |
| 90% |
$ 62.59 |
$130,180 |
|
| Average |
$ 40.46 |
$84,160 |
|
|
| More at CareerOneStop |
|
| | |
Industries of Employment
| United States - 2020 |
| Industry | Percent of total |
- Professional, scientific, and technical services
| 41% |
- Educational services; state, local, and private
| 21% |
- Hospitals; state, local, and private
| 17% |
| 7% |
- Ambulatory healthcare services
| 7% |
| More at BLS |
|
|
| |
Knowledge
| People in this career often know a lot about: |
- 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.
|
- Chemistry
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
|
- Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
|
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Skills
| People in this career often have these skills: |
- Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
|
- Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
|
- Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
|
- Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
|
- Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
|
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Interests
| People in this career often prefer these work environments: |
- Investigative
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
|
- Realistic
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
|
- Artistic
Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.
|
| What are your interests? Take the O*NET Interest Profiler |
|
|
| |
Work Styles
| People in this career will do well at jobs that need: |
- Analytical Thinking
Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
|
- Innovation
Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
|
- Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.
|
- Attention to Detail
Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
|
- Achievement/Effort
Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
|
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Tasks
| On the job, you would: |
- Follow strict safety procedures when handling toxic materials to avoid contamination.
|
- Evaluate effects of drugs, gases, pesticides, parasites, and microorganisms at various levels.
|
- Plan and direct studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease.
|
- Prepare and analyze organ, tissue, and cell samples to identify toxicity, bacteria, or microorganisms or to study cell structure.
|
- Conduct research to develop methodologies, instrumentation, and procedures for medical application, analyzing data and presenting findings to the scientific audience and general public.
|
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
| Related Occupations
|
| |
|
|
| Career Video
|
| |
Projected Employment
|
|
| Vermont |
| 2020 employment |
66 |
| 2030 employment |
76 |
Annual percent change
(compounded) |
1.4% |
Annual projected job openings
(due to change and separations) |
6 |
| More at Occupational Projections |
|
| | |
Education and Experience:
- Typical education needed for entry
Doctoral or professional degree
|
- Work experience in a related occupation
None
|
- Typical on-the-job training needed to attain competency
None
|
| Based on BLS Education and Training Classifications |
|
|
| |
Physical Work Activity
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
|
- Physical activity is Somewhat Important
|
|
|
|
| Low |  | High |
|
|
|
| Compare Occupations at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Job Zone
| Extensive Preparation Needed |
- Specific Vocational Preparation Range
(8.0 and above) - A typical worker will require
over 4 years up to and including 10 years or more
of training to achieve average performance in this occupation.
|
| Based on O*Net Job Zones and SVP |
|
|
| |
Education Level
| How much education do most people in this career have? |
| Education level |  | Percent of
U.S. Workers |
Doctoral or professional degree
or post-MA certificate | | 67% |
Master's degree or
post-BA certificate | | 25% |
| Bachelor's degree | | 8% |
| Associate's degree | | 0% |
Certificate or some college,
no degree | | 0% |
High school diploma
or equivalent | | 0% |
| Less than high school diploma | | 0% |
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Abilities
| People in this career often have talent in: |
- Inductive Reasoning
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
|
- Oral Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
|
- Written Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
|
- Category Flexibility
The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
|
- Deductive Reasoning
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
|
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Work Activities
| In general, what you might do: |
- 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.
|
- Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
|
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
|
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Detailed Work Activities
| What you might do in a day: |
- Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.
|
- Research diseases or parasites.
|
- Analyze biological samples.
|
- Direct medical science or healthcare programs.
|
- Plan biological research.
|
| More at O*NET |
|
|
| |
Other Resources
|
- CareerOneStop
resource for job seekers, students, businessess and career professionals
|
- O*NET Online
nation's primary source of occupational information
|
|
|
|
|
| |
|
