ONET Occupations » 19-1013.00

Soil and Plant Scientists

Conduct research in breeding, physiology, production, yield, and management of crops and agricultural plants or trees, shrubs, and nursery stock, their growth in soils, and control of pests; or study the chemical, physical, biological, and mineralogical composition of soils as they relate to plant or crop growth. May classify and map soils and investigate effects of alternative practices on soil and crop productivity.

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Parachute skills

  1. Study, observe - Data (4.48)
  2. Research - Data (4.44)
  3. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.44)
  4. Handle, tend, feed - Things (4.44)
  5. Use my brain - Data (4.32)
  6. Program - Data (4.32)
  7. Pay attention to details - Data (4.28)
  8. Develop, improve - Data (4.20)
  9. Supervise, manage - People (4.16)
  10. Solve problems - Data (4.16)
  11. Communicate well, in writing - People (4.04)
  12. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (4.04)
  13. Use my intuition - Data (4.04)
  14. Communicate well, in person - People (4.00)
  15. Speak - People (4.00)
  16. Listen - People (4.00)
  17. Consult - People (3.92)
  18. Follow through, get things done - People (3.84)
  19. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.75)
  20. Organize, classify - Data (3.75)
  21. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.72)
  22. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.68)
  23. Work with numbers, compute - Data (3.68)
  24. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.68)
  25. Imagine - Data (3.68)
  26. Coordinate - People (3.64)
  27. Plan - Data (3.64)
  28. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (3.56)
  29. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Reading Comprehension (4.00)
  2. Speaking (4.00)
  3. Science (4.00)
  4. Critical Thinking (4.00)
  5. Active Listening (3.88)
  6. Writing (3.88)
  7. Complex Problem Solving (3.88)
  8. Active Learning (3.75)
  9. Judgment and Decision Making (3.75)
  1. Oral Comprehension (4.00)
  2. Written Comprehension (4.00)
  3. Oral Expression (4.00)
  4. Deductive Reasoning (4.00)
  5. Inductive Reasoning (4.00)
  6. Category Flexibility (4.00)
  7. Written Expression (3.88)
  8. Problem Sensitivity (3.75)
  9. Information Ordering (3.75)
  10. Speech Clarity (3.75)
  11. Fluency of Ideas (3.50)
  12. Originality (3.50)
  13. Near Vision (3.50)
  1. Integrity (4.40)
  2. Analytical Thinking (4.32)
  3. Attention to Detail (4.28)
  4. Achievement/Effort (4.08)
  5. Initiative (4.08)
  6. Dependability (4.00)
  7. Independence (3.96)
  8. Cooperation (3.88)
  9. Persistence (3.84)
  10. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.72)
  11. Innovation (3.72)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Getting Information (4.48)
  2. Analyzing Data or Information (4.44)
  3. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.44)
  4. Interacting With Computers (4.32)
  5. Processing Information (4.20)
  6. Documenting/Recording Information (4.20)
  7. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.16)
  8. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.04)
  9. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (4.04)
  10. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.96)
  11. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.92)
  12. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (3.88)
  13. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.80)
  14. Thinking Creatively (3.68)
  15. Developing Objectives and Strategies (3.64)
  16. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.64)
  17. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.60)
  18. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.56)
  19. Training and Teaching Others (3.56)
  1. Read Maps (4.48)
  2. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (4.48)
  3. Collect Statistical Data (4.48)
  4. Follow Microbiology Procedures (4.44)
  5. Analyze Biological Research, Test, Or Analysis Data (4.44)
  6. Perform Statistical Analysis (4.44)
  7. Conduct Field Research Or Investigative Studies (4.44)
  8. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (4.44)
  9. Conduct Laboratory Research Or Experiments (4.44)
  10. Analyze Chemical Experimental, Test, Or Analysis Data Or Findings (4.44)
  11. Conduct Standardized Qualitative Laboratory Analyses (4.44)
  12. Use Chemical Testing Or Analysis Procedures (4.44)
  13. Conduct Standardized Quantitative Laboratory Analyses (4.44)
  14. Use Biological Research Techniques (4.44)
  15. Use Knowledge Of Relevant Laws (4.44)
  16. Use Plant Disease Control Techniques (4.44)
  17. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (4.44)
  18. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.44)
  19. Use Pollution Control Techniques (4.44)
  20. Conduct Analyses Or Tests Of Organic Compounds (4.44)
  21. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (4.44)
  22. Use Scientific Research Methodology (4.44)
  23. Use Quantitative Research Methods (4.44)
  24. Use Spreadsheet Software (4.32)
  25. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (4.32)
  26. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.32)
  27. Use Relational Database Software (4.32)
  28. Develop Or Maintain Databases (4.32)
  29. Classify Plants, Animals, Or Other Natural Phenomena (4.20)
  30. Record Test Results, Test Procedures, Or Inspection Data (4.20)
  31. Develop Tables Depicting Data (4.20)
  32. Make Decisions (4.16)
  33. Resolve Engineering Or Science Problems (4.16)
  34. Resolve Agricultural Production Problems (4.16)
  35. Identify Insect Characteristics (4.04)
  36. Isolate And Identify Micro-Organisms (4.04)
  37. Examine Biological Or Other Material Specimens Under Microscope (4.04)
  38. Recognize Plant Diseases (4.04)
  39. Write Scholarly Or Technical Research Papers (4.04)
  40. Explain Complex Mathematical Information (4.04)
  41. Identify Crop Characteristics (4.04)
  42. Identify Plant Characteristics (4.04)
  43. Interpret Aerial Photographs (4.04)
  44. Identify Properties Of Soil Or Water Samples (4.04)
  45. Plan Scientific Research Or Investigative Studies (3.96)
  46. Confer With Engineering, Technical Or Manufacturing Personnel (3.92)
  47. Confer With Research Personnel (3.92)
  48. Communicate Technical Information (3.88)
  49. Confer With Scientists (3.88)
  50. Make Presentations (3.88)
  51. Monitor Climatic Or Soil Conditions (3.80)
  52. Monitor Soil Responses To Management Practices (3.80)
  53. Develop New Products Based On Scientific Research Results (3.68)
  54. Develop Scientific Or Mathematical Hypotheses, Theories, Or Laws (3.68)
  55. Develop Policies, Procedures, Methods, Or Standards (3.64)
  56. Write Research Or Project Grant Proposals (3.64)
  57. Develop Plans For Programs Or Projects (3.64)
  58. Write Business Project Or Bid Proposals (3.64)