Job holders in this unit group perform a variety of scientific research and related activities.

Entry Reqirements

Honours, Bachelor's degree

Typical Tasks

• Writes journal articles, books, and addresses conferences, seminars and the media to reveal research findings.
• Advises government, private organisations and special interest groups on policy issues.
• Compiles and analyses quantitative and qualitative data, prepares reports and presents results to summarise main findings and conclusions.
• Designs and develops an appropriate research methodology in order to address the research objective.
• Presents results of scientific research to sponsors, addresses conferences and publishes articles outlining the methodology and results of research undertaken.
• Analyses results and writes up results of tests and experiments undertaken.
• Applies models and techniques to medical, industrial, agricultural, military and similar applications.
• Designs tests and experiments to address research objective and find solutions.
• Provides technical advisory and consulting services.
• Plans, directs and undertakes research into natural phenomena.

Desired Skills