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Computer and Information Research Scientists

Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.

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15 tasks11 core, 4 supplemental
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Computer & MathematicalOne of its 38 occupations
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15-1221.00SOC 2018: 15-1221

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  1. Task 1. Analyze problems to develop solutions involving computer hardware and software.Core taskTask 14623Rated by 49 people who do the job, August 2019
  2. Task 2. Apply theoretical expertise and innovation to create or apply new technology, such as adapting principles for applying computers to new uses.Core taskTask 14626Rated by 49 people who do the job, August 2019
  3. Task 3. Assign or schedule tasks to meet work priorities and goals.Core taskTask 14624Rated by 48 people who do the job, August 2019
  4. Task 4. Meet with managers, vendors, and others to solicit cooperation and resolve problems.Core taskTask 14628Rated by 48 people who do the job, August 2019
  5. Task 5. Design computers and the software that runs them.Core taskTask 14633Rated by 48 people who do the job, August 2019
  6. Task 6. Conduct logical analyses of business, scientific, engineering, and other technical problems, formulating mathematical models of problems for solution by computers.Core taskTask 14629Rated by 49 people who do the job, August 2019
  7. Task 7. Evaluate project plans and proposals to assess feasibility issues.Core taskTask 14625Rated by 48 people who do the job, August 2019
  8. Task 8. Participate in multidisciplinary projects in areas such as virtual reality, human-computer interaction, or robotics.Core taskTask 14635Rated by 49 people who do the job, August 2019
  9. Task 9. Consult with users, management, vendors, and technicians to determine computing needs and system requirements.Core taskTask 14627Rated by 49 people who do the job, August 2019
  10. Task 10. Develop and interpret organizational goals, policies, and procedures.Core taskTask 14630Rated by 49 people who do the job, August 2019
  11. Task 11. Develop performance standards, and evaluate work in light of established standards.Core taskTask 14632Rated by 48 people who do the job, August 2019
  12. Task 12. Maintain network hardware and software, direct network security measures, and monitor networks to ensure availability to system users.Supplemental taskTask 14634Rated by 48 people who do the job, August 2019
  13. Task 13. Direct daily operations of departments, coordinating project activities with other departments.Supplemental taskTask 14637Rated by 48 people who do the job, August 2019
  14. Task 14. Participate in staffing decisions and direct training of subordinates.Supplemental taskTask 14631Rated by 48 people who do the job, August 2019
  15. Task 15. Approve, prepare, monitor, and adjust operational budgets.Supplemental taskTask 14636Rated by 49 people who do the job, August 2019

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    O*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
  2. Classification
    Standard Occupational Classification 2018, 15-1221
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