25-1054.00 - Physics Teachers, Postsecondary

Updated 2016

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25-1054.00 - Physics Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses pertaining to the laws of matter and energy. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Sample of reported job titles: Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor of Physics, Associate Professor, Instructor, Math and Physics Instructor, Physical Science Professor, Physics Instructor, Physics Professor, Professor, Professor of Physics

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Tasks Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance	Category	Task
92	Core	Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
90	Core	Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as quantum mechanics, particle physics, and optics.
89	Core	Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
88	Core	Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.
87	Core	Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
87	Core	Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
83	Core	Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
82	Core	Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
81	Core	Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.
81	Core	Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
81	Core	Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
79	Core	Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
77	Core	Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
73	Core	Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
71	Core	Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks and laboratory equipment.
65	Core	Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.
62	Core	Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
54	Core	Act as advisers to student organizations.
53	Core	Compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments.
91	Supplemental	Supervise students' laboratory work.
61	Supplemental	Perform administrative duties, such as serving as department head.
60	Supplemental	Maintain and repair laboratory equipment.
45	Supplemental	Provide professional consulting services to government or industry.
44	Supplemental	Participate in campus and community events.

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Technology Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Analytical or scientific software — Gravitation software; The MathWorks MATLAB ; VASP Data Viewer; Wolfram Research Mathematica (see all 11 examples)
Calendar and scheduling software
Computer aided design CAD software — Autodesk AutoCAD ; Mathsoft Mathcad
Computer based training software — Blackboard Learn; Desire2Learn; Learning management system LMS; Sakai CLE (see all 5 examples)
Data base user interface and query software — Data entry software
Development environment software — C ; National Instruments LabVIEW ; plotutils; PLplot (see all 9 examples)
Electronic mail software — Email software; Microsoft Outlook
Graphics or photo imaging software — Visual Molecular Dynamics VMD
Information retrieval or search software — DOC Cop; iParadigms Turnitin
Internet browser software — Web browser software
Object or component oriented development software — C++ ; Practical extraction and reporting language Perl
Office suite software — Microsoft Office
Optical character reader OCR or scanning software — Image scanning software
Presentation software — Microsoft PowerPoint
Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel
Word processing software — Collaborative editing software; Google Docs; LaTeX; Microsoft Word

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Tools Used Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Calorimeters — Microcalorimeters
Compact disk players or recorders — Compact disk CD players
Desktop computers
Digital camcorders or video cameras — Digital video cameras
Digital cameras — Compact digital cameras
Digital video disk players or recorders — Digital video disk DVD players
Epidiascopes — Opaque projectors
Geiger counters — Nuclear counting equipment
Global positioning system GPS receiver — Global positioning system GPS receivers
Holography apparatus — Holography equipment
Inkjet printers — Poster printers
Laser fax machine — Laser facsimile machines
Laser printers — Computer laser printers
Lasers — Far infrared FIR lasers; Laser systems; Optically pumped molecular lasers
Liquid crystal display projector — Liquid crystal display LCD projectors
Microphone stand — Microphone podiums
Microphones — Handheld microphones; Wireless microphones
MP3 players or recorders — MP3 digital voice recorders
Multimedia projectors — Multimedia projection equipment
Notebook computers — Laptop computers
Overhead projectors — Overhead data projectors
Parabolic mirrors — Concave mirrors; Convex mirrors
Photocopiers — Photocopying equipment
Pocket calculator — Digital calculators
Portable data input terminals — Interactive whiteboard controllers; Student response systems
Projection screens or displays — Projector screens
Scanners — Computer data input scanners
Simple harmonic oscillator — Non linear effects equipment
Slide projectors — Carousel slide projectors
Special purpose telephones — Multi-line telephone systems
Spectrofluorimeters or fluorimeters — Stopped-flow fluorimeters
Spectrometers — Circular dichroism CD spectrometers
Tablet computers
Teleconference equipment — Conference telephones
Televisions — Liquid crystal display LCD televisions; Television monitors
Touch screen monitors — Interactive whiteboards
Ultracentrifuges — Analytical ultracentrifuges
Video projectors
Videoconferencing systems — Videoconferencing equipment
Web cameras — Webcams

Knowledge Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Knowledge
100		Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
100		Physics — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
82		English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
81		Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
77		Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
60		Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
56		Chemistry — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
49		Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
44		Geography — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
42		Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
37		History and Archeology — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
37		Telecommunications — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
36		Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
35		Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
34		Personnel and Human Resources — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
33		Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
32		Communications and Media — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
31		Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
26		Philosophy and Theology — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
22		Biology — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
21		Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
19		Law and Government — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
19		Sociology and Anthropology — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
17		Foreign Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
17		Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
15		Sales and Marketing — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
15		Therapy and Counseling — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
12		Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
10		Economics and Accounting — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
8		Transportation — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
5		Medicine and Dentistry — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
3		Fine Arts — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
0		Food Production — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.

Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Skill
85		Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
81		Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
78		Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
78		Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.
78		Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
75		Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
75		Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
75		Learning Strategies — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
75		Science — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
72		Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
66		Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
63		Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
60		Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.
60		Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
56		Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
53		Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
50		Management of Personnel Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
50		Persuasion — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
50		Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
50		Systems Evaluation — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
47		Systems Analysis — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
41		Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
35		Negotiation — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
28		Management of Material Resources — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
28		Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
22		Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
22		Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
22		Management of Financial Resources — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
22		Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
22		Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
22		Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
16		Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
10		Technology Design — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
0		Installation — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
0		Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

Abilities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Ability
91		Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
81		Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
81		Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
78		Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
78		Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
78		Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
78		Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
66		Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
66		Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
66		Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
63		Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
56		Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
56		Number Facility — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
53		Fluency of Ideas — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
50		Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
50		Memorization — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
50		Originality — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
47		Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.
44		Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
35		Flexibility of Closure — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
35		Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
31		Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
31		Time Sharing — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
28		Perceptual Speed — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
28		Speed of Closure — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
25		Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
22		Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
22		Auditory Attention — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
22		Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
22		Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.
19		Hearing Sensitivity — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
16		Depth Perception — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
0		Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
0		Dynamic Flexibility — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.
0		Dynamic Strength — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
0		Explosive Strength — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
0		Extent Flexibility — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
0		Glare Sensitivity — The ability to see objects in the presence of glare or bright lighting.
0		Gross Body Coordination — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
0		Gross Body Equilibrium — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
0		Multilimb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
0		Night Vision — The ability to see under low light conditions.
0		Peripheral Vision — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
0		Rate Control — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
0		Reaction Time — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
0		Response Orientation — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
0		Sound Localization — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
0		Spatial Orientation — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
0		Speed of Limb Movement — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
0		Stamina — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
0		Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
0		Wrist-Finger Speed — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.

Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Activity
96		Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
94		Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
93		Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
91		Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
91		Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
90		Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
89		Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
89		Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
88		Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
87		Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
81		Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
79		Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
78		Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
77		Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
73		Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
72		Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
69		Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
65		Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
64		Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
62		Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
61		Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
59		Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
55		Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
55		Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
54		Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
53		Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
49		Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
40		Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
40		Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
37		Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
37		Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
35		Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
31		Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
31		Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
28		Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
25		Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
21		Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
18		Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
16		Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
10		Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
1		Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Detailed Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Research topics in area of expertise.
Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.
Supervise laboratory work.
Teach physical science or mathematics courses at the college level.
Develop instructional materials.
Write grant proposals.
Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization.
Supervise student research or internship work.
Evaluate student work.
Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
Prepare tests.
Develop instructional objectives.
Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs.
Maintain student records.
Advise students on academic or career matters.
Guide class discussions.
Order instructional or library materials or equipment.
Select educational materials or equipment.
Perform student enrollment or registration activities.
Promote educational institutions or programs.
Serve on institutional or departmental committees.
Direct department activities.
Compile specialized bibliographies or lists of materials.
Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies.
Plan community programs or activities for the general public.

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Work Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Work Context

Percentage of Top Responses

Electronic Mail — How often do you use electronic mail in this job?


97	Every day

Freedom to Make Decisions — How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?


91	A lot of freedom

Structured versus Unstructured Work — To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?


84	A lot of freedom
14	Some freedom

Contact With Others — How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?


67	Constant contact with others
30	Contact with others most of the time

Face-to-Face Discussions — How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?


65	Every day
35	Once a week or more but not every day

Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?


51	Extremely important
46	Very important

Coordinate or Lead Others — How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?


11	Important

Duration of Typical Work Week — Number of hours typically worked in one week.

Spend Time Sitting — How much does this job require sitting?


24	Continually or almost continually
56	More than half the time
16	About half the time

Level of Competition — To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?


27	Extremely competitive
52	Highly competitive
11	Slightly competitive

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?


28	Very high responsibility
56	High responsibility
12	No responsibility

Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?


24	Once a week or more but not every day
24	Never

Work With Work Group or Team — How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?


83	Very important
12	Important

Telephone — How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?


14	Every day
50	Once a week or more but not every day
33	Once a month or more but not every week

Public Speaking — How often do you have to perform public speaking in this job?


26	Every day
47	Once a week or more but not every day
27	Once a year or more but not every month

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?


12	Minor results

Time Pressure — How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?


57	Once a week or more but not every day
32	Once a year or more but not every month

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks — How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?

Letters and Memos — How often does the job require written letters and memos?


33	Once a week or more but not every day
27	Once a month or more but not every week

Frequency of Decision Making — How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?


56	Once a month or more but not every week
24	Once a year or more but not every month

Deal With External Customers — How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?


22	Extremely important

Physical Proximity — To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?

Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — How much does this job require making repetitive motions?


25	More than half the time
60	Less than half the time
12	Never

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?


27	Continually or almost continually
11	Less than half the time
59	Never

Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People — How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?


92	Once a year or more but not every month

Spend Time Standing — How much does this job require standing?


14	About half the time
82	Less than half the time

Frequency of Conflict Situations — How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?


87	Once a year or more but not every month

Consequence of Error — How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?


13	Serious
74	Fairly serious
11	Not serious at all

Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?

Degree of Automation — How automated is the job?


53	Slightly automated
44	Not at all automated

Exposed to Contaminants — How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?


14	Once a month or more but not every week

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety — How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?

Spend Time Walking and Running — How much does this job require walking and running?


43	Less than half the time
56	Never

Work Schedules — How regular are the work schedules for this job?


87	Regular (established routine, set schedule)

Exposed to Hazardous Conditions — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?


83	Never

Exposed to Hazardous Equipment — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?


87	Never

Exposed to Radiation — How often does this job require exposure to radiation?


13	Once a year or more but not every month
85	Never

Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?


88	Never

Very Hot or Cold Temperatures — How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?


14	Once a year or more but not every month
84	Never

Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?


92	Never

Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting — How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?


11	Once a year or more but not every month
87	Never

Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?


87	Never

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?


92	Never

Exposed to Disease or Infections — How often does this job require exposure to disease/infections?


96	Never

Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions — How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?


99	Never

Deal With Physically Aggressive People — How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?


96	Never

In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?


95	Never

Outdoors, Under Cover — How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?


99	Never

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment — How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)


98	Not important at all

Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?


96	Never

Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance — How much does this job require keeping or regaining your balance?


97	Never

Exposed to High Places — How often does this job require exposure to high places?


100	Never

Exposed to Whole Body Vibration — How often does this job require exposure to whole body vibration (e.g., operate a jackhammer)?


100	Never

In an Open Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or equipment (e.g., tractor)?


100	Never

Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles — How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, or poles?


100	Never

Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling — How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?


99	Never

Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection — How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?


100	Never

Job Zone Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Title	Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed
Education	Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).
Related Experience	Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience are needed for these occupations. Many require more than five years of experience. For example, surgeons must complete four years of college and an additional five to seven years of specialized medical training to be able to do their job.
Job Training	Employees may need some on-the-job training, but most of these occupations assume that the person will already have the required skills, knowledge, work-related experience, and/or training.
Job Zone Examples	These occupations often involve coordinating, training, supervising, or managing the activities of others to accomplish goals. Very advanced communication and organizational skills are required. Examples include librarians, lawyers, astronomers, biologists, clergy, surgeons, and veterinarians.
SVP Range	(8.0 and above)

Education

Percentage of Respondents	Education Level Required
56	Doctoral degree
41	Post-doctoral training
3	Master's degree

Credentials

Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Occupational Interest		Interest
89		Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.
83		Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
45		Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
39		Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.
28		Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.
22		Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.

Work Styles Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Style
98		Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
98		Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
97		Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
95		Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
95		Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
90		Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
88		Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
85		Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
78		Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
78		Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
70		Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
63		Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
59		Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
59		Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
58		Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
44		Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.

Work Values Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Extent		Work Value
78		Achievement — Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
78		Recognition — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.
78		Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
72		Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
61		Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
45		Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

Related Occupations Save Table (XLS/CSV)

19-2011.00	Astronomers
19-2012.00	Physicists
19-3092.00	Geographers
25-1022.00	Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary
25-1031.00	Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary
25-1032.00	Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
25-1051.00	Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
25-1052.00	Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary Bright Outlook
25-1064.00	Geography Teachers, Postsecondary

Wages & Employment Trends

Median wages (2016)	$84,570 annual
State wages

Employment (2014)	18,000 employees
Projected growth (2014-2024)	Much faster than average (14% or higher)
Projected job openings (2014-2024)	5,800
State trends

Top industries (2014)	Educational Services (99% employed in this sector) (see all industries)

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2016 wage data and 2014-2024 employment projections . "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2014-2024). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.

Job Openings on the Web

Sources of Additional Information

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Postsecondary teachers . Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition.

Details Report for: 25-1054.00 - Physics Teachers, Postsecondary