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Education: Bachelor's degree Details

Education Details

55%
Master's Degree
23%
Bachelor's Degree
22%
Post-Doctoral Training
Salary
High: $155,570.00
Average: $95,920.00
Hourly
Average: $46.11

Summary of What they do:

Research or study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and functions.

Responsibilities
  • Develop collaborative relationships between departments or with external organizations.
  • Analyze data to identify trends or relationships among variables.
  • Write computer programming code.
  • Operate computers or computerized equipment.
  • Conduct research of processes in natural or industrial ecosystems.
  • Collect environmental data or samples.
  • Identify environmental concerns.
  • Research topics in area of expertise.
  • Provide technical information or assistance to public.
  • Communicate with government agencies.
  • Classify organisms based on their characteristics or behavior.
  • Examine characteristics or behavior of living organisms.
  • Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
  • Plan biological research.
  • Research environmental impact of industrial or development activities.
  • Analyze chemical compounds or substances.
  • Instruct college students in physical or life sciences.
  • Supervise scientific or technical personnel.
  • Prepare research or technical reports on environmental issues.
  • Communicate results of environmental research.
  • Review plans or proposals for environmental conservation.
  • Prepare proposal documents or grant applications.
  • Develop plans to manage natural or renewable resources.
  • Develop biological research methods.
  • Research diseases or parasites.
  • Develop safety standards, policies, or procedures.
  • Write grant proposals.

    • Tasks On The Job

    1. Collect and analyze biological data about relationships among and between organisms and their environment.
    2. Communicate test results to state and federal representatives and general public.
    3. Develop and maintain liaisons and effective working relations with groups and individuals, agencies, and the public to encourage cooperative management strategies or to develop information and interpret findings.
    4. Develop methods and apparatus for securing representative plant, animal, aquatic, or soil samples.
    5. Develop pest management and control measures, and conduct risk assessments related to pest exclusion, using scientific methods.
    6. Identify, classify, and study structure, behavior, ecology, physiology, nutrition, culture, and distribution of plant and animal species.
    7. Measure salinity, acidity, light, oxygen content, and other physical conditions of water to determine their relationship to aquatic life.
    8. Plan and administer biological research programs for government, research firms, medical industries, or manufacturing firms.
    9. Prepare plans for management of renewable resources.
    10. Prepare requests for proposals or statements of work.
    11. Prepare technical and research reports, such as environmental impact reports, and communicate the results to individuals in industry, government, or the general public.
    12. Program and use computers to store, process, and analyze data.
    13. Represent employer in a technical capacity at conferences.
    14. Research environmental effects of present and potential uses of land and water areas, determining methods of improving environmental conditions or such outputs as crop yields.
    15. Review reports and proposals, such as those relating to land use classifications and recreational development, for accuracy, adequacy, or adherence to policies, regulations, or scientific standards.
    16. Study and manage wild animal populations.
    17. Study aquatic plants and animals and environmental conditions affecting them, such as radioactivity or pollution.
    18. Study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and function.
    19. Study reactions of plants, animals, and marine species to parasites.
    20. Supervise biological technicians and technologists and other scientists.
    21. Teach or supervise students and perform research at universities and colleges.
    22. Write grant proposals to obtain funding for biological research.
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    CAREER CHARACTERISTICS
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    		50% Dependability  -  A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
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    		40% Attention to Detail  -  A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
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    IMPORTANT STRENGTHS
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    		100% Investigative  -  Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
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    		58% Conventional  -  Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
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    		52% Realistic  -  Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
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    		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.
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    		72% 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.
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    		61% Independence  -  Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
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    		56% 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.
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    		56% 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.

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    ABILITIES | SKILLS
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    		78% Oral Comprehension  -  The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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    		78% Written Comprehension  -  The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
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    		78% Written Expression  -  The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
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    		78% 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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    		75% Oral Expression  -  The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
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    		75% 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).
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    		75% Category Flexibility  -  The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
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    		75% Near Vision  -  The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
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    		73% Reading Comprehension  -  Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
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    		72% 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 that there is a problem.
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    		72% Deductive Reasoning  -  The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
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    		72% Mathematical Reasoning  -  The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
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    		72% Speech Clarity  -  The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
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    		71% Writing  -  Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
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    		71% Science  -  Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
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    		70% Critical Thinking  -  Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
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    		69% Speech Recognition  -  The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
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    		68% Speaking  -  Talking to others to convey information effectively.
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    		68% Active Learning  -  Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
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    		66% 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).
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    		61% Mathematics  -  Using mathematics to solve problems.
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    		59% 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.
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    		57% Monitoring  -  Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
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    		57% Complex Problem Solving  -  Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
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    		57% Judgment and Decision Making  -  Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
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    		56% 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.
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    		55% Instructing  -  Teaching others how to do something.
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    		54% Learning Strategies  -  Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
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    		54% Programming  -  Writing computer programs for various purposes.
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    		53% 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.
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    		53% Number Facility  -  The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
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    		53% Far Vision  -  The ability to see details at a distance.
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    		52% Time Management  -  Managing one's own time and the time of others.
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    TASKS | ACTIVITIES
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    		97% Processing Information  -  Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
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    		95% Making Decisions and Solving Problems  -  Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
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    		91% Working with Computers  -  Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
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    		91% Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge  -  Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
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    		91% 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.
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    		88% Getting Information  -  Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
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    		88% Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates  -  Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
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    		87% Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work  -  Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
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    		87% Analyzing Data or Information  -  Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
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    		83% Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events  -  Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
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    		82% Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others  -  Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
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    		82% Developing Objectives and Strategies  -  Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
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    		79% Documenting/Recording Information  -  Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
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    		78% Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships  -  Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
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    		76% Thinking Creatively  -  Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
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    		76% Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings  -  Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
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    		75% Training and Teaching Others  -  Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
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    		75% Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People  -  Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
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    		74% Scheduling Work and Activities  -  Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
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    		72% Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others  -  Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
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    		67% 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.
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    		65% Monitoring and Controlling Resources  -  Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
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    		65% Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates  -  Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
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    		64% Developing and Building Teams  -  Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
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    		62% Performing Administrative Activities  -  Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
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    		61% Communicating with People Outside the 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.
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    		61% Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials  -  Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
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    		57% Coaching and Developing Others  -  Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
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    		57% Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others  -  Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
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    		56% Performing General Physical Activities  -  Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
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    		56% Handling and Moving Objects  -  Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
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    		51% Controlling Machines and Processes  -  Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
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    CONTEXT | ATTRIBUTES
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    		99% E-Mail  -  How frequently does your job require you to use E-mail?
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    		89% Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals  -  How much freedom does the worker have in determining the tasks, priorities, or goals of the job?
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    		87% Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team  -  How important is it to work with or contribute to a work group or team in this job?
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    		86% Freedom to Make Decisions  -  How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
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    		84% Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams  -  How frequently does your job require face-to-face discussions with individuals and within teams?
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    		76% Level of Competition  -  To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?
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    		75% 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?
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    		71% Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers  -  How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
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    		70% Indoors, Environmentally Controlled  -  How often does this job require working indoors in an environmentally controlled environment (like a warehouse with air conditioning)?
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    		69% Telephone Conversations  -  How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
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    		67% Spend Time Sitting  -  How much does this job require sitting?
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    		67% Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities  -  How important is it to coordinate or lead others (not as a supervisor or team leader) in accomplishing work activities in this job?
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    		65% Health and Safety of Other Workers  -  How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
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    		63% Importance of Being Exact or Accurate  -  How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
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    		62% Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets  -  How often does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats or life-jackets?
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    		60% Deal With External Customers or the Public in General  -  How important is it to deal with external customers (as in retail sales) or the public in general (as in police work) in this job?
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    		58% In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment  -  How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or operate enclosed equipment (like a car)?
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    		57% Time Pressure  -  How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
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    		55% Physical Proximity  -  To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks physically close to other people?
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    		55% Importance of Repeating Same Tasks  -  How important are continuous, repetitive, physical activities (like key entry) or mental activities (like checking entries in a ledger) to performing this job?
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    		53% Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable  -  How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?
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    		52% 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?
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    		68% Duration of Typical Work Week  -  Number of hours typically worked in one week.

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