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Physical Scientists, All Other

(SOC Code : 19-2099)

in California

All physical scientists not listed separately.

Employers are usually looking for candidates with a Bachelor's degree .

Occupational Wages

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Area	Year	Period	Hourly Mean	Hourly by Percentile
				25th	Median	75th
California	2012	1st Qtr	$52.37	$37.86	$50.57	$63.78

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Occupational Projections of Employment (also called "Outlook" or "Demand")

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Area	Estimated Year-Projected Year	Employment		Employment Change		Annual Avg Openings
		Estimated	Projected	Number	Percent
California	2010 - 2020	2,500	2,800	300	12.0	110

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Industries Employing This Occupation (click on Industry Title to View Employers List)

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Industry Title

Number of Employers in State of California

Percent of Total
Employment for Occupation in State of California

Scientific Research and Development Svc

5,742

27.0%

Colleges and Universities

1,979

9.1%

Architectural and Engineering Services

23,211

7.9%

Computer Systems Design and Rel Services

9,933

1.2%

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Training Programs (click on title for more information)

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Program Title

Natural Sciences

Physical Sciences, Other

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Top Tasks (Specific duties and responsibilities of this job.)

Analyze data acquired from aircraft, satellites, or ground-based platforms, using statistical analysis software, image analysis software, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Manage or analyze data obtained from remote sensing systems to obtain meaningful results.

Process aerial or satellite imagery to create products such as landcover maps.

Develop or build databases for remote sensing or related geospatial project information.

Monitor quality of remote sensing data collection operations to determine if procedural or equipment changes are necessary.

Attend meetings or seminars or read current literature to maintain knowledge of developments in the field of remote sensing.

Conduct research into the application or enhancement of remote sensing technology.

Prepare or deliver reports or presentations of geospatial project information.

Discuss project goals, equipment requirements, or methodologies with colleagues or team members.

Integrate other geospatial data sources into projects.

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Top Skills used in this Job

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

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.

Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.

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Top Abilities (Attributes of the person that influence performance in this job.)

Written Comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

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.

Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Inductive Reasoning - The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

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Top Work Values (Aspects of this job that create satisfaction.)

Achievement - Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment.

Recognition - Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious.

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