Investigative (Thinkers)

Bioinformatics Scientists

$80K-$120K, Bachelor's Degree, Career Discovery, Conventional (Organizers), Investigative (Thinkers)

Career Overview Conduct research using bioinformatics theory and methods in areas such as pharmaceuticals, medical technology, biotechnology, computational biology, proteomics, computer information science, biology and medical informatics. May design databases and develop algorithms for processing and analyzing genomic information, or other biological information. Also Known As Bioinformaticist Bioinformatics Scientist Research Scientist Scientist Alternate Job Titles …

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Biochemists and Biophysicists

$80K-$120K, Career Discovery, Investigative (Thinkers), Post-Doctoral Training, Realistic (Doers)

Career Overview Study the chemical composition or physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on …

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Microbiologists

$80K-$120K, Bachelor's Degree, Career Discovery, Investigative (Thinkers), Realistic (Doers)

Career Overview Investigate the growth, structure, development, and other characteristics of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, algae, or fungi. Includes medical microbiologists who study the relationship between organisms and disease or the effects of antibiotics on microorganisms. Also Known As Bacteriologist Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Clinical Lab Scientist) Microbiological Analyst Microbiologist Alternate Job Titles Bacteriologist Clinical …

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Food Scientists and Technologists

$80K-$120K, Bachelor's Degree, Career Discovery, Investigative (Thinkers), Realistic (Doers)

Career Overview Use chemistry, microbiology, engineering, and other sciences to study the principles underlying the processing and deterioration of foods; analyze food content to determine levels of vitamins, fat, sugar, and protein; discover new food sources; research ways to make processed foods safe, palatable, and healthful; and apply food science knowledge to determine best ways …

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Soil and Plant Scientists

$50K-$80K, Career Discovery, Investigative (Thinkers), Master's Degree, Realistic (Doers)

Career Overview 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 …

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Surveying and Mapping Technicians

$50K-$80K, Career Discovery, Conventional (Organizers), Investigative (Thinkers), Realistic (Doers)

Career Overview Perform surveying and mapping duties, usually under the direction of an engineer, surveyor, cartographer, or photogrammetrist, to obtain data used for construction, mapmaking, boundary location, mining, or other purposes. May calculate mapmaking information and create maps from source data, such as surveying notes, aerial photography, satellite data, or other maps to show topographical …

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Animal Scientists

$50K-$80K, Career Discovery, Doctoral Degree, Investigative (Thinkers), Realistic (Doers)

Career Overview Conduct research in the genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of domestic farm animals. Also Known As Animal Nutritionist Animal Scientist Beef Cattle Nutritionist Research Scientist Alternate Job Titles Animal Anatomist Animal Behaviorist Animal Biologist Animal Geneticist Animal Nutrition Consultant Animal Nutritionist Animal Scientist Bacteriologist Beef Cattle Nutritionist Beef Cattle Specialist Behaviorist Companion …

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Photonics Technicians

$50K-$80K, Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree), Career Discovery, Conventional (Organizers), Investigative (Thinkers), Realistic (Doers)

Career Overview Build, install, test, or maintain optical or fiber optic equipment, such as lasers, lenses, or mirrors, using spectrometers, interferometers, or related equipment. Also Known As Fiber Optics Instructor Laser Technician (Laser Tech) Optics Technician (Optics Tech) Photonics Technician (Photonics Tech) Alternate Job Titles Certified Laser Technician (Certified Laser Tech) Electro-Optics Technician (Electro-Optics Tech) …

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Non-Destructive Testing Specialists

$50K-$80K, Career Discovery, Conventional (Organizers), High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED), Investigative (Thinkers), Realistic (Doers)

Career Overview Test the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using x-ray, ultrasound, fiber optic or related equipment. Also Known As NDE Technician (Non-Destructive Evaluation Technician) NDT Specialist (Non-Destructive Testing Specialist) NDT Technical Specialist (Non-Destructive Testing Technical Specialist) NDT Technician (Non-Destructive Testing Technician) Alternate Job Titles Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Corrosion Control Technician (Corrosion Control …

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Automotive Engineering Technicians

$50K-$80K, Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree), Career Discovery, Conventional (Organizers), Investigative (Thinkers), Realistic (Doers)

Career Overview Assist engineers in determining the practicality of proposed product design changes and plan and carry out tests on experimental test devices or equipment for performance, durability, or efficiency. Also Known As Laboratory Technician (Lab Technician) Research Technician Alternate Job Titles Automotive Design Checker (Auto Design Checker) Automotive Engineering Technician Automotive Technician (Auto Technician) …

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