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Information Research Scientist

Information Research Scientist

  • Ideal for those passionate about pioneering new tech solutions and innovations.
  • Drive advancements in computing, impacting industries and everyday life globally.
  • Explore uncharted territories in tech, shaping the future of digital landscapes.
💰 Earn $137K-$213K
📚 Master Degree

Overview

Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.

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Minimum Education

Master Degree

Career Prospects

Excellent (Increasing by 5% or more)

Training Time

Over 4 years

Job Openings

3,400 in Total

Earnings

$175,530 Med. in CA

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Day-to-Day

  • Analyze problems to develop solutions involving computer hardware and software.
  • Apply theoretical expertise and innovation to create or apply new technology, such as adapting principles for applying computers to new uses.
  • Assign or schedule tasks to meet work priorities and goals.
  • Meet with managers, vendors, and others to solicit cooperation and resolve problems.
  • Design computers and the software that runs them.

Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

  • Using data or completing tasks
  • Working with my hands
  • Thinking and problem solving

You are skilled in 💫

  • Critical Thinking
  • Judgment and Decision Making
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Systems Analysis

You value 🙏

  • Job security
  • Accomplishing things
  • Independence
  • Working Conditions
  • Having freedom
  • Achievement

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