Typical Tasks
Maintain knowledge in the field by reading professional journals, talking with other mathematicians, and attending professional conferences.
Address the relationships of quantities, magnitudes, and forms through the use of numbers and symbols.
Apply mathematical theories and techniques to the solution of practical problems in business, engineering, the sciences, or other fields.
Develop computational methods for solving problems that occur in areas of science and engineering or that come from applications in business or industry.
Disseminate research by writing reports, publishing papers, or presenting at professional conferences.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Persistence
Achievement/Effort
Innovation
Initiative
What key skills are needed for this job?
Mathematics
Critical Thinking
Complex Problem Solving
Active Learning
Reading Comprehension
Science
Expected Knowledge
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Common Activities
Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Processing Information
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
