Scientist
Conduct research and experiments in a particular field of study to expand knowledge and make new discoveries.
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What's it like to be a Scientist?
A Scientist conducts research in their field of expertise to expand knowledge and develop new ideas, techniques, or products. They design and carry out experiments, analyse results, and document their findings in scientific reports. Their work contributes to scientific advancements and can have applications in a variety of sectors like healthcare, technology, or environmental conservation.
Tasks and duties
- Designing and conducting scientific experiments or studies, and recording and analysing data.
- Writing scientific reports or papers to document research findings.
- Keeping up-to-date with the latest research and advancements in their field.
- Using specialised equipment and software for data collection and analysis.
- Collaborating with other Scientists or teams on larger research projects.
- Presenting research findings at scientific conferences or in academic journals.
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Latest Scientist reviews
May 2024
Reviewer's Qualification
Bachelor of Science
Experience
Less than a year
Organisation size
Medium (20-199 employees)
The good things
Lots of support in the office and ability to learn more. Everyone dedicated to their job. Fun and relevent to my degree.
The challenges
Sometimes monotonous, occasionally hard to get help as everyone is very busy.
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Mar 2024
Reviewer's Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Experience
10+ years
Organisation size
Large (200+ employees)
The good things
I am so passionate about my role since it involves excitement and the joy of research and discovery.
The challenges
At my correct role, the payment is not fair and the progression is mostly subjective.
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