2119 — Natural and social science professionals n.e.c.

What this occupation covers

Job holders in this unit group perform a variety of scientific research and related activities not elsewhere classified in minor group 211: Natural and social science professionals.

Typical duties

plans, directs and undertakes research into natural phenomena

provides technical advisory and consulting services

designs tests and experiments to address research objective and find solutions

applies models and techniques to medical, industrial, agricultural, military and similar applications

analyses results and writes up results of tests and experiments undertaken

presents results of scientific research to sponsors, addresses conferences and publishes articles outlining the methodology and results of research undertaken

designs and develops an appropriate research methodology in order to address the research objective

compiles and analyses quantitative and qualitative data, prepares reports and presents results to summarise main findings and conclusions

advises government, private organisations and special interest groups on policy issues

writes journal articles, books, and addresses conferences, seminars and the media to reveal research findings

Entry routes and qualifications

Entry is most common with a degree or equivalent qualification but is possible with other academic qualifications and/or relevant experience. On-the-job training and/or support for postgraduate study may be provided. Professional qualifications are available in some areas of activity.

Sponsorship information

Higher Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

Full Table 1 going rate: £41,500 at 37.5 hours. The applicable salary requirement can differ: use the calculator.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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