Typical Tasks
Compile and analyze molecular or cellular experimental data and adjust experimental designs as necessary.
Conduct research on cell organization and function, including mechanisms of gene expression, cellular bioinformatics, cell signaling, or cell differentiation.
Coordinate molecular or cellular research activities with scientists specializing in other fields.
Design molecular or cellular laboratory experiments, oversee their execution, and interpret results.
Develop assays that monitor cell characteristics.
What kind of work is this?
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Persistence
Attention to Detail
Integrity
Analytical Thinking
Cooperation
Dependability
What key skills are needed for this job?
Science
Reading Comprehension
Writing
Critical Thinking
Speaking
Active Listening
Expected Knowledge
Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Chemistry
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Common Activities
Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Documenting/Recording Information
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
