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Career Guidance Skills communication, collaboration and creativity S1.13 - writing and composing S1.13.3 - technical or academic writing Publish academic research
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Conduct academic research, in universities and research institutions, or on a personal account, publish it in books or academic journals with the aim of contributing to a field of expertise and achieving personal academic accreditation.
Occupations requiring this skill
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Skill demand overview
- Essential in 60 occupations
- Optional in 51 occupations
- Total: 111 occupations
- Most common in: ISCO major group 2 (Professionals)
Essential for
- CriminologistCriminologists study conditions pertaining to humans such as the social and psychological aspects that could lead them to commit criminal acts. They observe and analyse different f…
- HistorianA Historian is a scholar who studies and interprets past events, societies, and cultures. They analyze historical documents, artifacts, and other sources to understand and reconstr…
- ChemistChemists perform laboratory research by testing and analysing the chemical structure of substances.They translate the research results into industrial production processes which ar…
- PharmacologistA Pharmacologist is a scientist who studies the effects of drugs and chemicals on living organisms, focusing on how these substances interact with biological systems. Their researc…
- KinesiologistA Kinesiologist is a healthcare and movement science professional who studies human motion and applies this knowledge to improve health, fitness, rehabilitation, and performance. T…
- Cosmetic chemistCosmetic chemists develop formulas in order to create and test new cosmetic products and improve existing cosmetic products such as perfumes and fragrances, lipstick, waterproof lo…
- Environmental scientistAn Environmental Scientist studies the natural environment and works to protect it by identifying, analyzing, and mitigating human impacts on air, water, soil, and ecosystems. They…
- SociologistSociologists focus their research on explaining social behaviour and the way people have organised themselves as a society. They research and explain the way societies have evolved…
- BiophysicistA Biophysicist is a scientist who studies the physical principles that govern the structures and processes of biological systems. They apply concepts from physics, chemistry, biolo…
- Media scientistMedia scholars research the role and impact that media has on the society. They observe and document the usage of different kinds of media such as newspapers, radio and…
- MeteorologistMeteorologists are scientists who specialize in the study of the Earth's atmosphere, weather patterns, and climatic conditions. They use a combination of scientific principles, obs…
- ArchaeologistArchaeologists research and study past civilisations and settlements through collecting and inspecting material remains. They analyse and draw conclusions on a wide array of matter…
- PhysiologistA Physiologist is a scientist who studies the functions and mechanisms of living organisms, focusing on how cells, tissues, organs, and systems work together to support life. Physi…
- Data scientistData scientists find and interpret rich data sources, manage large amounts of data, merge data sources, ensure consistency of data-sets, and create visualisations to aid in underst…
- Social work researcherSocial work researchers manage research projects aiming to investigate and provide reports on social issues. They first perform research by gathering information through interviews…
- ToxicologistA Toxicologist is a scientist who studies the effects of chemicals, toxins, and other potentially harmful substances on living organisms. Their work is crucial in determining the s…
- Behavioural scientistBehavioural scientists research, observe and describe human behaviour in society. They draw conclusions on the motives that stir actions in humans, observe the various circumstance…
- OceanographerOceanographers study and perform research on matters related to the sea and oceans. They divide their expertise into four main branches of research: physical oceanographers, whose …
- Political scientistA Political Scientist is an expert who studies the origin, development, and operation of political systems, public policies, governments, and political behavior. They analyze the s…
- PsychologistPsychologists study the behaviour and mental processes in humans. They provide services to clients who deal with mental health issues and life issues such as bereavement, relations…
- HydrologistHydrologists research and study the quality, current challenges, and distribution of water on Earth. They study water supply from rivers, streams, and springs to determine their ad…
- Analytical chemistAn analytical chemist is a highly skilled professional who specializes in the analysis of substances to determine their composition, structure, and properties. These professionals …
- AstronomerAn astronomer is a specialized scientist who studies celestial objects, phenomena, and the universe as a whole. Astronomers use a combination of observations, mathematical models, …
- Educational researcherEducational researchers perform research in the area of education. They strive to broaden the knowledge on how education processes, educational systems, and individuals (teachers …
- University research assistantUniversity research assistants conduct academic research for the university or college they are employed in. They may assist professors they are affiliated with, their supervisor, …
- GeneticistA Geneticist is a scientist who studies genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms. Their work is crucial for understanding how traits are passed from one generatio…
- Bioinformatics scientistA Bioinformatics Scientist is a professional who uses computational techniques and biological data to analyze and interpret complex biological systems. They develop algorithms, sof…
- Communication scientistCommunication scientists research the different aspects of the planning, collecting, creating, organizing, preserving, using, evaluating and exchanging information through verbal o…
- Religion scientific researcherReligion scientific researchers study concepts related to religions, beliefs and spirituality. They apply rationality in the pursue of morality and ethics by studying of scripture,…
- BiochemistA Biochemist is a scientist who studies the chemical processes and substances that occur within living organisms. Their work is at the intersection of biology and chemistry, explor…
- ICT research consultantICT research consultants perform targeted ICT research and provide a final report to the client. They also use ICT tools to design questionnaires for surveys, analyse the results, …
- PhysicistA physicist is a highly specialized scientist who studies the fundamental principles of nature and the properties of matter and energy. This field of science encompasses a wide ran…
- PalaeontologistA Palaeontologist is a scientist who studies the history of life on Earth through the examination of fossilized remains, including bones, shells, footprints, and other traces of an…
- MineralogistMineralogists study the composition, structure and other physical aspects of the earth. They analyse various minerals and use scientific equipment to determine their structure and …
- EcologistAn Ecologist studies the relationships between living organisms and their environment, examining how ecosystems function and how human activities affect biodiversity and natural ha…
- Computer hardware engineerA Computer Hardware Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing computer hardware components, including processors, circuit boards, memory devices, networks, and…
- Thanatology researcherThanatology researchers study death and the dying in a variety of scientific fields such as psychology, sociology, physiology and anthropology. They contribute to the growth of kno…
- EconomistEconomists perform research and develop theories in the field of economics, whether for microeconomic or macroeconomic analysis. They study trends, analyse statistical data, and to…
- Museum scientistMuseum scientists perform and/or manage the curatorial, preparatory and clerical work in general museums, research collection repositories, botanical gardens, art galleries, fine a…
- MicrobiologistA Microbiologist is a scientist who studies microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, algae, and parasites, that are invisible to the naked eye but have a significant impac…
- LinguistA linguist is a professional who specializes in the scientific study of language and its structure. They analyze language to understand its components, evolution, and variations, c…
- StatisticianStatisticians collect, tabulate, and, most importantly, analyse quantitative information coming from a varied array of fields. They interpret and analyse statistical studies on fie…
- AnthropologistAnthropologists research all aspects of life pertaining to humans. They study the various civilisations that have existed along the time and their ways of organisation. They attemp…
- BiometricianA biometrician is a professional who applies statistical and mathematical methods to examine continuous traits, such as those related to genetics and inheritance. They are involved…
- ImmunologistAn Immunologist is a medical scientist or physician who specializes in the study of the immune system, including its function, disorders, and response to pathogens like bacteria, v…
- EpidemiologistAn Epidemiologist is a public health professional who studies patterns, causes, and effects of diseases and health conditions within populations. They are at the forefront of disea…
- SeismologistSeismologists study the movement of tectonic plaques in the Earth which causes the propagation of seismic waves and earthquakes. They study and observe the various sources causing …
- GeographerGeographers are scholars who study human and physical geography. Depending on their specialisation, they study political, economical and cultural aspects of humanity contained with…
- CosmologistCosmologists are highly specialized scientists who focus on the study of the universe as a whole, which is made up by its origin, evolution and ultimate fate. They use…
- PhilosopherA Philosopher is a scholar who studies and explores fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language. Through critical analysis, systematic argu…
- Agricultural scientistAn agricultural scientist, also known as an agriscientist or agricultural researcher, is a professional dedicated to advancing agricultural knowledge and practices. These scientist…
- GeologistGeologists research the materials that form the earth. Their observations depend on the purpose of the research. Depending on their specialisation, geologists study how the Earth h…
- Urban plannerAn Urban Planner is responsible for developing plans and programs for land use in urban areas. They aim to create communities, accommodate population growth, and revitalize physica…
- Computer scientistComputer scientists conduct research in computer and information science, directed toward greater knowledge and understanding of fundamental aspects of ICT phenomena. They write re…
- Conservation scientistA Conservation Scientist is a professional dedicated to managing and protecting natural resources such as forests, grasslands, water, and wildlife habitats. They study ecosystems t…
- BiologistA Biologist is a scientist who studies living organisms, including their structure, function, growth, evolution, and interactions with the environment. Biologists work in various f…
- Literary scholarLiterary scholars research works of literature, history of literature, genres, and literary criticism in order to appraise the works and the surrounding aspects in an appropriate c…
- Biochemical engineerA Biochemical Engineer is a highly specialized professional who combines principles of biology, chemistry, and engineering to design and develop processes for producing pharmaceuti…
- MetrologistA metrologist is a professional specializing in the measurement science, known as metrology. Metrologists play a crucial role in ensuring accuracy, precision, and consistency in me…
- DemographerDemographers are population specialists who collect and analyze vital statistics related to human population changes, such as births, marriages, and deaths. They plan and conduct r…
Optional for
- Biomedical engineerBiomedical engineers combine knowledge of engineering principles and biological findings for the development of medical treatments, medicaments, and general healthcare purposes. Th…
- Economics lecturerEconomics lecturers are subject professors, assistant professors, teachers, lectures, assistant lecturers, mentors who instruct students in their own specialised field of study, ec…
- Medicine lecturerMedicine lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers, and often doctors who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own speci…
- Medical device engineerMedical device engineers design and develop medical-technical systems, installations, and equipment such as pacemakers, MRI scanners, and X-ray machines. They monitor the whole man…
- Sociology lecturerSociology lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of st…
- Nursing lecturerNursing lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers, and often doctors who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specia…
- Electromagnetic engineerAn electromagnetic engineer is a professional who specializes in the study, design, and application of equipment, devices, and systems that utilize electricity, electronics, and el…
- Business lecturerBusiness lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of stu…
- Earth science lecturerEarth science lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field o…
- Optoelectronic engineerOptoelectronic engineers design and develop optoelectronic systems and devices, such as UV sensors, photodiodes, and LEDs. Optoelectronic engineering combines optical engineering w…
- Veterinary medicine lecturerVeterinary medicine lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers, and often doctors who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in thei…
- Dentistry lecturerDentistry lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers, and often doctors who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own spec…
- Journalism lecturerJournalism lecturers and media are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised …
- Communications lecturerCommunications lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field …
- Architecture lecturerArchitecture lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of…
- Sensor engineerA Sensor Engineer designs, develops, tests, and implements sensor technologies used in a variety of applications, such as consumer electronics, automotive systems, industrial autom…
- Educational psychologistEducational psychologists are psychologists employed by educational institutions to provide psychological and emotional support to students in need. They are specialised in the pro…
- Pharmacy lecturerPharmacy lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of stu…
- Physics lecturerPhysics lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of stud…
- Biology lecturerBiology lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of stud…
- Education studies lecturerEducation studies lecturers are professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of st…
- Art studies lecturerArt studies lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of …
- Higher education lecturerHigher education lecturers instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of study, which is predominantly academic in natu…
- General practitionerGeneral practitioners promote health, prevent, identify ill health, diagnose and treat diseases and promote recovery of physical and mental illness and health disorders of all kind…
- Research and development managerResearch and development managers coordinate the efforts of scientists, academical researchers, product developers, and market researchers towards the creation of new products, the…
- Photonics engineerPhotonics engineers are concerned with the generation, transmission, transformation, and detection of light. They conduct research, design, assemble, test and deploy photonic compo…
- Electromechanical engineerAn electromechanical engineer is a professional who specializes in the interdisciplinary field that combines electrical engineering and mechanical engineering. Electromechanical en…
- Psychology lecturerPsychology lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of s…
- Microsystem engineerMicrosystem engineers research, design, develop, and supervise the production of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), which can be integrated in mechanical, optical, acoustic, an…
- Microelectronics engineerMicroelectronics is a subdivision of electronics that focuses on the design of small electronic parts like semiconductors, circuit boards, and microchips that are used in the desig…
- Social work lecturerSocial work lecturers are professionals who exercise dual roles, on one hand they practice the academic discipline that provides social services, such as counselling, therapy or ad…
- Anthropology lecturerAnthropology lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of…
- Food science lecturerFood science lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of…
- Specialised doctorA specialised doctor, also known as a specialist or specialist physician, is a medical professional who has completed additional training and education in a specific area of medici…
- History lecturerHistory lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of stud…
- Mechatronics engineerMechatronics engineers design and develop intelligent systems, such as robotic devices, smart home appliances, and aeroplanes, through combining technologies from mechanical, elect…
- Philosophy lecturerPhilosophy lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of s…
- Optomechanical engineerOptomechanical engineers design and develop optomechanical systems, devices, and components, such as optical mirrors and optical mounts. Optomechanical engineering combines optical…
- Healthcare specialist lecturerHealthcare specialist lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers, and often doctors who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in th…
- Law lecturerLaw lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of study, l…
- Automation engineerAn Automation Engineer designs, develops, and maintains automated systems and processes that improve efficiency, accuracy, and safety in industrial, manufacturing, and technologica…
- Modern languages lecturerModern languages lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised fiel…
- Archaeology lecturerArchaeology lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of …
- Assistant lecturerAssistant lecturers share university or college lecturers' academic workload, specifically the provision of lectures to students. They prepare and teach classes, and meet with stud…
- Computer science lecturerComputer science lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised fiel…
- Linguistics lecturerLinguistics lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of …
- Politics lecturerPolitics lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of stu…
- Mathematics lecturerMathematics lecturers instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of study, mathematics, which is predominantly academic…
- Chemistry lecturerChemistry lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of st…
- Engineering lecturerEngineering lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of …
- Classical languages lecturerClassical languages lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised f…
Related skills
- Scientific research methodology
- Manage personal professional development
- Perform scientific research
- Perform project management
- Mentor individuals
- Speak different languages
- Apply teaching strategies
- Apply scientific methods
- Conduct qualitative research
- Conduct quantitative research
- Provide technical expertise
- Write work-related reports
Last updated on February 18, 2026
