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Description
Natural and applied science policy researchers, consultants and program officers conduct research, prepare reports, provide consultation and advice and administer programs in a variety of areas related to the natural and applied sciences. They are employed by federal, provincial and municipal governments, computer and office furniture manufacturers, educational institutions, research organizations, consulting firms, environmental and conservation organizations, or they may be self-employed.
Job Titles
- Ergonomics consultant
- Ergonomics specialist
- Ergonomist
- Human factors engineer
- Human factors specialist (except engineer)
Main Duties
- Conduct research and advise on, and intervene in the physical, social and psychological interrelationships between persons, their equipment and working or living environments to ensure that the design, configuration and use of equipment, procedures and environmental conditions maximize safety, productivity and comfort.
Workplaces
- Computer manufacturers
- Consulting firms
- Education institutions
- Environmental and conservation organizations
- Federal government
- Municipal governments
- Office furniture manufacturers
- Provincial governments
- Research organizations
- Self-employment
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Evaluation
- Instructing
- Learning and Teaching Strategies
Abilities
- Deductive Reasoning
- Inductive Reasoning
- Information Ordering
- Mathematical Reasoning
- Memorizing
Personal Attributes
- Attention to Detail
- Collaboration
- Active Learning
- Adaptability
- Analytical Thinking
Similar Occupations
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- Other professional occupations in physical sciences (21109)
Source: OaSIS
Employment Outlook
An employment outlook has not been assigned due to low levels of employment for this occupation in PEI.
Source: Job Bank
Prevailing Wages
| AREA | LOW | MEDIAN | HIGH |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEI | $32.31 | $36.60 | $51.52 |
| Canada | $28.57 | $43.27 | $65.38 |
Training
There are no known training programs for this occupation in PEI. If you are aware of a local training program, please contact us.
More Info
View the full occupational profile with details on work characteristics, interests, employment requirements and more on the Occupational and Skills Information System (OaSIS) website.