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Career: Mathematicians
Job Description
Conduct research in fundamental mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields. Solve or direct solutions to problems in various fields by mathematical methods.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
100
|
Apply mathematical theories and techniques to the solution of practical problems in business, engineering, the sciences, or other fields. |
100
|
Develop computational methods for solving problems that occur in areas of science and engineering or that come from applications in business or industry. |
100
|
Maintain knowledge in the field by reading professional journals, talking with other mathematicians, and attending professional conferences. |
100
|
Assemble sets of assumptions and explore the consequences of each set. |
96
|
Perform computations and apply methods of numerical analysis to data. |
96
|
Develop mathematical or statistical models of phenomena to be used for analysis or for computational simulation. |
92
|
Develop new principles and new relationships between existing mathematical principles to advance mathematical science. |
81
|
Address the relationships of quantities, magnitudes, and forms through the use of numbers and symbols. |
81
|
Conduct research to extend mathematical knowledge in traditional areas, such as algebra, geometry, probability, and logic. |
38
|
Design, analyze, and decipher encryption systems designed to transmit military, political, financial, or law-enforcement-related information in code. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
94
|
Thinking Creatively
|
91
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
84
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
82
|
Getting Information
|
81
|
Processing Information
|
80
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
78
|
Interacting With Computers
|
75
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
73
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
70
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
65
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
63
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
62
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
61
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
61
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
57
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
55
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
54
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
50
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
46
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
40
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
40
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
40
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
38
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|
36
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|
35
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
33
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
29
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
27
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
26
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
23
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
17
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|
14
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|
8
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
7
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
|
7
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|
7
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
4
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
3
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
2
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
|
0
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|