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Chemists

Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.68)
  2. Use my brain - Data (4.47)
  3. Research - Data (4.25)
  4. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.25)
  5. Listen - People (4.12)
  6. Develop, improve - Data (4.09)
  7. Program - Data (3.96)
  8. Follow through, get things done - People (3.90)
  9. Supervise, manage - People (3.88)
  10. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.88)
  11. Use my intuition - Data (3.88)
  12. Solve problems - Data (3.88)
  13. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (3.83)
  14. Work with numbers, compute - Data (3.75)
  15. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.75)
  16. Communicate well, in person - People (3.75)
  17. Organize, classify - Data (3.75)
  18. Consult - People (3.72)
  19. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.69)
  20. Speak - People (3.62)
  21. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.62)
  22. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.61)
  23. Study, observe - Data (3.52)
  24. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.51)
  25. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.51)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Science (4.25)
  2. Reading Comprehension (4.00)
  3. Active Listening (3.88)
  4. Critical Thinking (3.75)
  5. Speaking (3.62)
  6. Complex Problem Solving (3.62)
  7. Writing (3.50)
  8. Mathematics (3.50)
  9. Active Learning (3.50)
  10. Monitoring (3.50)
  1. Oral Comprehension (4.12)
  2. Written Comprehension (3.88)
  3. Problem Sensitivity (3.88)
  4. Inductive Reasoning (3.88)
  5. Near Vision (3.88)
  6. Oral Expression (3.75)
  7. Deductive Reasoning (3.75)
  8. Information Ordering (3.75)
  9. Category Flexibility (3.75)
  10. Mathematical Reasoning (3.75)
  11. Written Expression (3.62)
  12. Number Facility (3.50)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.68)
  2. Integrity (4.66)
  3. Analytical Thinking (4.47)
  4. Dependability (4.41)
  5. Initiative (4.16)
  6. Cooperation (4.06)
  7. Independence (4.05)
  8. Achievement/Effort (3.94)
  9. Stress Tolerance (3.94)
  10. Persistence (3.90)
  11. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.82)
  12. Self Control (3.73)
  13. Leadership (3.69)
  14. Innovation (3.61)
  15. Concern for Others (3.51)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Analyzing Data or Information (4.25)
  2. Processing Information (4.09)
  3. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.04)
  4. Documenting/Recording Information (4.03)
  5. Interacting With Computers (3.96)
  6. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (3.88)
  7. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.87)
  8. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (3.85)
  9. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.83)
  10. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.79)
  11. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.72)
  12. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.68)
  13. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.68)
  14. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.53)
  15. Getting Information (3.52)
  1. Identify Nutritional Value Of Foods (4.25)
  2. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (4.25)
  3. Analyze Chemical Experimental, Test, Or Analysis Data Or Findings (4.25)
  4. Conduct Laboratory Research Or Experiments (4.25)
  5. Analyze Test Data (4.25)
  6. Conduct Standardized Qualitative Laboratory Analyses (4.25)
  7. Forecast Or Predict Phenomena Based Upon Research Data (4.25)
  8. Conduct Standardized Quantitative Laboratory Analyses (4.25)
  9. Conduct Analyses Or Tests Of Organic Compounds (4.25)
  10. Evaluate Manufacturing Or Processing Systems (4.25)
  11. Perform Statistical Analysis In Physical Science Or Geological Research (4.25)
  12. Analyze Test Information To Determine Equipment Operating Efficiency (4.25)
  13. Use Statistics In Food Research (4.25)
  14. Classify Plants, Animals, Or Other Natural Phenomena (4.09)
  15. Develop Tables Depicting Data (4.09)
  16. Adhere To Safety Procedures (4.04)
  17. Record Test Results, Test Procedures, Or Inspection Data (4.03)
  18. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (3.96)
  19. Develop Or Maintain Databases (3.96)
  20. Use Relational Database Software (3.96)
  21. Use Spreadsheet Software (3.96)
  22. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (3.96)
  23. Resolve Engineering Or Science Problems (3.88)
  24. Make Decisions (3.88)
  25. Use Pollution Control Techniques (3.83)
  26. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (3.83)
  27. Use Scientific Research Methodology (3.83)
  28. Use Knowledge Of Metric System (3.83)
  29. Follow Safe Waste Disposal Procedures (3.83)
  30. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (3.83)
  31. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (3.83)
  32. Use Chemical Testing Or Analysis Procedures (3.83)
  33. Use Physical Science Research Techniques (3.83)
  34. Use Chemical Processing Emergency Procedures (3.83)
  35. Use Quantitative Research Methods (3.83)
  36. Use Government Regulations (3.83)
  37. Use Hazardous Materials Information (3.83)
  38. Use Interpersonal Communication Techniques (3.83)
  39. Use Nutrition Research Techniques (3.83)
  40. Use Oral Or Written Communication Techniques (3.83)
  41. Understand Properties Of Gases Or Liquids (3.79)
  42. Confer With Research Personnel (3.72)
  43. Confer With Engineering, Technical Or Manufacturing Personnel (3.72)
  44. Plan Scientific Research Or Investigative Studies (3.68)
  45. Monitor The Chemical Action Of Substances (3.53)
  46. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (3.52)
  47. Collect Statistical Data (3.52)