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chemist

Chemists perform laboratory research by testing and analysing the chemical structure of substances.

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DESCRIPTION

Chemists perform laboratory research by testing and analysing the chemical structure of substances.They translate the research results into industrial production processes which are further used in the development or improvement of products. Chemists are also testing the quality of the manufactured products and their environmental impact.

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
translate formulae into processes
manage chemical testing procedures
calibrate laboratory equipment
OPTIONALOptional competences
execute feasibility study on hydrogen
develop scientific theories
oversee quality control

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52 SHARED SKILLS

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Skills overview

96total
55 essential
41 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
0
Skills
6

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Quick insight

This role requires 55 essential competences across practical skill domains.

DATA SOURCED FROM ESCO (EUROPEAN COMMISSION) & O*NET (U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR)

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