ONET Occupations » 19-2012.00

Physicists

Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.82)
  2. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.74)
  3. Create, innovate, invent - Data (4.74)
  4. Imagine - Data (4.74)
  5. Work with numbers, compute - Data (4.74)
  6. Develop, improve - Data (4.74)
  7. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (4.74)
  8. Use my brain - Data (4.71)
  9. Program - Data (4.59)
  10. Follow through, get things done - People (4.59)
  11. Research - Data (4.41)
  12. Communicate well, in writing - People (4.41)
  13. Solve problems - Data (4.36)
  14. Supervise, manage - People (4.36)
  15. Study, observe - Data (4.35)
  16. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.30)
  17. Listen - People (4.25)
  18. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.25)
  19. Communicate well, in person - People (4.13)
  20. Speak - People (4.12)
  21. Organize, classify - Data (4.00)
  22. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (4.00)
  23. Consult - People (3.99)
  24. Use my intuition - Data (3.88)
  25. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.75)
  26. Advise - People (3.66)
  27. Visualize, including in three dimensions - Data (3.63)
  28. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (3.62)
  29. Perceive patterns - Data (3.50)
  30. Instruct - People (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Science (4.50)
  2. Mathematics (4.38)
  3. Critical Thinking (4.25)
  4. Reading Comprehension (4.12)
  5. Speaking (4.12)
  6. Complex Problem Solving (4.12)
  7. Active Listening (4.00)
  8. Active Learning (3.75)
  9. Judgment and Decision Making (3.75)
  10. Writing (3.62)
  11. Learning Strategies (3.62)
  12. Instructing (3.50)
  13. Programming (3.50)
  1. Mathematical Reasoning (4.50)
  2. Written Comprehension (4.25)
  3. Number Facility (4.25)
  4. Oral Comprehension (4.25)
  5. Inductive Reasoning (4.25)
  6. Oral Expression (4.13)
  7. Originality (4.13)
  8. Deductive Reasoning (4.13)
  9. Information Ordering (4.00)
  10. Fluency of Ideas (4.00)
  11. Problem Sensitivity (3.88)
  12. Category Flexibility (3.88)
  13. Speech Clarity (3.88)
  14. Written Expression (3.75)
  15. Near Vision (3.75)
  16. Speech Recognition (3.75)
  17. Visualization (3.63)
  18. Speed of Closure (3.50)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.82)
  2. Analytical Thinking (4.71)
  3. Initiative (4.63)
  4. Persistence (4.59)
  5. Integrity (4.49)
  6. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.28)
  7. Dependability (4.26)
  8. Independence (4.26)
  9. Achievement/Effort (4.13)
  10. Innovation (4.10)
  11. Cooperation (3.95)
  12. Self Control (3.82)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Thinking Creatively (4.74)
  2. Interacting With Computers (4.59)
  3. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (4.41)
  4. Processing Information (4.39)
  5. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.36)
  6. Getting Information (4.35)
  7. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.30)
  8. Analyzing Data or Information (4.25)
  9. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.99)
  10. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.86)
  11. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.83)
  12. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (3.82)
  13. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.81)
  14. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (3.66)
  1. Develop Mathematical Simulation Models (4.74)
  2. Develop Scientific Or Mathematical Hypotheses, Theories, Or Laws (4.74)
  3. Develop New Products Based On Scientific Research Results (4.74)
  4. Design Equipment, Apparatus, Or Instruments For Scientific Research (4.74)
  5. Design Manufacturing Processes Or Methods (4.74)
  6. Develop Mathematical Ideas Or Interpretations (4.74)
  7. Develop Or Maintain Databases (4.59)
  8. Use Relational Database Software (4.59)
  9. Use Spreadsheet Software (4.59)
  10. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (4.59)
  11. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.59)
  12. Explain Complex Mathematical Information (4.41)
  13. Present Research Papers Or Dissertations On Physical Science Issues (4.41)
  14. Write Scholarly Or Technical Research Papers (4.41)
  15. Classify Plants, Animals, Or Other Natural Phenomena (4.39)
  16. Develop Tables Depicting Data (4.39)
  17. Make Decisions (4.36)
  18. Resolve Engineering Or Science Problems (4.36)
  19. Study Structure Or Properties Of Submicroscopic Matter (4.35)
  20. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (4.35)
  21. Collect Statistical Data (4.35)
  22. Use Quantitative Research Methods (4.30)
  23. Use Government Regulations (4.30)
  24. Use Hazardous Materials Information (4.30)
  25. Use Oral Or Written Communication Techniques (4.30)
  26. Use Scientific Research Methodology (4.30)
  27. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.30)
  28. Follow Safe Waste Disposal Procedures (4.30)
  29. Use Knowledge Of Materials Testing Procedures (4.30)
  30. Use Teaching Techniques (4.30)
  31. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (4.30)
  32. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (4.30)
  33. Use Physical Science Research Techniques (4.30)
  34. Conduct Research Into The Relationship Between Time Or Space (4.25)
  35. Conduct Field Research Or Investigative Studies (4.25)
  36. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (4.25)
  37. Conduct Laboratory Research Or Experiments (4.25)
  38. Perform Statistical Analysis In Physical Science Or Geological Research (4.25)
  39. Conduct Nuclear Research (4.25)
  40. Analyze Ecosystem Data (4.25)
  41. Conduct Standardized Qualitative Laboratory Analyses (4.25)
  42. Forecast Or Predict Phenomena Based Upon Research Data (4.25)
  43. Conduct Standardized Quantitative Laboratory Analyses (4.25)
  44. Conduct Analyses To Determine Physical Properties Of Materials (4.25)
  45. Evaluate Manufacturing Or Processing Systems (4.25)
  46. Conduct Research On Astronomical Phenomenon (4.25)
  47. Confer With Engineering, Technical Or Manufacturing Personnel (3.99)
  48. Confer With Research Personnel (3.99)
  49. Identify Type Of Radiation (3.83)
  50. Communicate Technical Information (3.82)
  51. Confer With Scientists (3.82)
  52. Make Presentations (3.82)
  53. Work As A Team Member (3.81)
  54. Recommend Further Study Or Action Based On Research Data (3.66)
  55. Advise Clients Or Customers (3.66)
  56. Provide Expert Testimony On Research Results (3.66)
  57. Advise Governmental Or Industrial Personnel (3.66)
  58. Advise Authorities In Procedures For Radiation Incidents Or Hazards (3.66)