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Natural Sciences Managers

SOC 11-9121.00

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Green Occupation Zone 5 Management

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Yes

Green

Top Skills 8

Writing

4.1

Reading Comprehension

4.0

Speaking

4.0

Active Listening

3.9

Critical Thinking

3.9

Science

3.8

Complex Problem Solving

3.8

Judgment and Decision Making

3.8

Knowledge Areas 8

Administration and Management

3.9

English Language

3.9

Customer and Personal Service

3.6

Mathematics

3.5

Biology

3.3

Law and Government

3.3

Chemistry

3.1

Computers and Electronics

3.0

Key Tasks

1Confer with scientists, engineers, regulators, or others to plan or review projects or to provide technical assistance.

2Develop client relationships and communicate with clients to explain proposals, present research findings, establish specifications, or discuss project status.

3Plan or direct research, development, or production activities.

4Review project activities and prepare and review research, testing, or operational reports.

5Determine scientific or technical goals within broad outlines provided by top management and make detailed plans to accomplish these goals.

Also Known As

Agricultural Research Director Agriculture Research Director Chemical Laboratory Chief Chemical Plant Technical Director Development Associate Development Coordinator Director of Research and Development Environmental Program Manager Environmental Research Project Manager Fisheries Director