Career Project - Scarlett Xu by Scarlett Xu https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7 en-us 2023-11-08 16:53:51 UTC 2023-11-08 17:31:38 UTC hello@padlet.com What is the career and what industry/career field does it fit into? scxu3220_ https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781922060 The career is Research Scientist and it fits into the science field.

]]> 2023-11-08 17:02:43 UTC https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781922060 What does someone in that career do (describe their tasks/responsibilities)? scxu3220_ https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781925923 Research scientists are responsible for designing, undertaking and analysing information from controlled laboratory-based experiments.

]]> 2023-11-08 17:05:28 UTC https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781925923 What are the physical work conditions (outdoors/indoors, stand/sit, driving/walking)? scxu3220_ https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781930331 They usually work in laboratories or offices, either standing up or sitting down at a desk.

]]> 2023-11-08 17:08:30 UTC https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781930331 What skills are required/important? scxu3220_ https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781934176

  • Problem-solving and analysis skills

  • Math skills

  • Communication and writing skills

  • Teamwork skills

  • Planning skills

    • ]]>     2023-11-08 17:11:04 UTC https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781934176     What education or training is required and how long does the program take? scxu3220_ https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781938752 Research scientists need a bachelor's degree in a closely related field for most positions. Usually, a master's degree or a Ph. D is preferred. Doctoral programs typically take between four and five years to complete.

    ]]>     2023-11-08 17:14:21 UTC https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781938752     Where is one place you can get the training and how much does it cost? scxu3220_ https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781945914 In general, pursuing a career in science typically involves obtaining a Bachelor's degree through university, which can cost anywhere from $10,000 to $50,000 per year, depending on the institution and location

    ]]>     2023-11-08 17:19:32 UTC https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781945914     What is the approximate salary at entry-level and advanced/experienced levels? scxu3220_ https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781946665 The average research scientist salary in Canada is $113,591 per year or $58.25 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $90,000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $175,892 per year.

    ]]>     2023-11-08 17:20:05 UTC https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781946665     What are the work prospects (will there actually be job openings in the future)? scxu3220_ https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781956741 For Physical science professionals, over the period 2022-2031, new job openings are expected to total 10,100, while 9,600 new job seekers are expected to be available to fill them.

    ]]>     2023-11-08 17:26:54 UTC https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781956741     Where are most job opportunities located? Can you find work inside/outside PEI? scxu3220_ https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781958557 The most job opportunities for becoming a research scientist are located in Ontario. There is not enough information to determine if there are opportunities in PEI.

    ]]>     2023-11-08 17:28:17 UTC https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781958557     Why do you feel you are suited to this career (a good match)? scxu3220_ https://padlet.com/scxu3220_/jaake54bx0pns3f7/wish/2781961308 I think I am suited to this career because I am quite interested in pursuing something in the field of science and along with it's pay, it seems like a job I would enjoy having.

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