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cosmologist

Cosmologists focus on the study of the universe as a whole, which is made up by its origin, evolution and ultimate fate.

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Description

Cosmologists focus on the study of the universe as a whole, which is made up by its origin, evolution and ultimate fate. They use tools and scientific instruments to observe and study other galaxies and astronomical objects such as stars, black holes, planets and other celestial bodies.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

astronomy mathematical modelling supercomputing statistics quantum technology quantum optics physics aerospace engineering quantum computing mathematics scientific research methodology quantum mechanics computational physics scientific literature

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

image recognition computer simulation types of satellites mathematical physics optics aeronomy geostationary satellites types of optical instruments geophysics data science acoustics optoelectronics

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

integrate gender dimension in research develop professional network with researchers and scientists gather experimental data synthesise information apply for research funding manage open publications manage personal professional development promote open innovation in research analyse telescope images think abstractly operate scientific measuring equipment draft scientific or academic papers and technical documentation carry out scientific research in observatory demonstrate disciplinary expertise manage findable accessible interoperable and reusable data promote the transfer of knowledge apply research ethics and scientific integrity principles in research activities write scientific publications observe celestial objects promote the participation of citizens in scientific and research activities increase the impact of science on policy and society write work-related reports design scientific equipment operate open source software operate telescopes manage intellectual property rights define celestial bodies speak different languages interact professionally in research and professional environments apply scientific methods evaluate research activities analyse scientific data publish academic research communicate with a non-scientific audience manage research data conduct research across disciplines perform project management mentor individuals perform scientific research disseminate results to the scientific community

OPTIONALOptional competences

develop scientific theories apply blended learning teach astronomy teach in academic or vocational contexts perform lectures execute analytical mathematical calculations apply statistical analysis techniques observe matter perform laboratory tests write research proposals

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)