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Materials Scientists
2
Alternate Occupation Titles
Polymer
Specialist
Research Development
Specialist
1
O*NET-SOC Description
Research and study the structures and chemical properties
of
various natural and synthetic
or
composite materials, including metals, alloys, rubber, ceramics, semiconductors, polymers, and glass. Determine ways to strengthen
or
combine materials
or
develop new materials with new
or
specific
properties for use
in
a
variety
of
products and applications. Includes glass scientists, ceramic scientists, metallurgical scientists, and polymer scientists.
6
Tasks
Prepare
reports, manuscripts, proposals, and technical manuals for use by other scientists and requestors, such as sponsors and customers.
Determine ways to strengthen
or
combine materials
or
develop new materials with new
or
specific
properties for use
in
a
variety
of
products and applications.
Plan laboratory experiments to confirm feasibility
of
processes and techniques used
in
the production
of
materials with
special
characteristics.
Supervise and monitor production processes to ensure efficient use
of
equipment, timely changes to
specifications
, and project completion within time frame and budget.
Test metals to determine conformance to
specifications
of
mechanical strength, strength-weight ratio, ductility, magnetic and electrical properties, and resistance to abrasion, corrosion, heat, and cold.
Visit suppliers
of
materials
or
users
of
products to gather
specific
information.
1
Detailed Work Activity
Prepare
scientific
or
technical reports
or
presentations.
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