How do they match: Industrial-Organizational Psychologists

  • Research Scientist

  • Apply principles of psychology to human resources, administration, management, sales, and marketing problems. Activities may include policy planning; employee testing and selection, training, and development; and organizational development and analysis. May work with management to organize the work setting to improve worker productivity.

  • Review research literature to remain current on psychological science issues.
  • Train clients to administer human resources functions, including testing, selection, and performance management.

  • Administer standardized physical or psychological tests.
  • Conduct scientific research of organizational behavior or processes.
  • Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
  • Train personnel in technical or scientific procedures.