Mathematicians
O*NET Code: 15-2021.00
Education Level
Zone 5 - Extensive Prep
Master's/Doctoral degree
Description
Conduct research in fundamental mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields. Solve problems in various fields using mathematical methods.
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💼 Also Known As
Agent-Based ModelerAlgebraistApplied MathematicianCipher ExpertComputational MathematicianComputational ScientistCryptanalystCryptographerCryptographic Vulnerability AnalystEngineering MathematicianGame MathematicianGeometricianMath Researcher (Mathematics Researcher)MathematicianResearch Computing SpecialistResearch ScientistResearcher
⚡ Skills (15)
Mathematics5/100
Critical Thinking4/100
Reading Comprehension4/100
Active Learning4/100
Complex Problem Solving4/100
Judgment and Decision Making4/100
Writing4/100
Science4/100
Active Listening3/100
Speaking3/100
+ 5 more skills
📚 Knowledge (0)
💪 Abilities (0)
🔧 Technologies & Tools (93)
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🔄 Career Transition Paths
Occupations with similar skills and natural career progression opportunities
Financial Quantitative Analysts
Salary: $50,000
Education: Zone 5 - Extensive Prep
Computer and Information Research Scientists
Salary: $50,000
Education: Zone 5 - Extensive Prep
Software Developers
Salary: $50,000
Education: Zone 4 - High Prep(↓1 level)
Operations Research Analysts
Salary: $50,000
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Statisticians
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Biostatisticians
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Data Scientists
Salary: $50,000
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Bioinformatics Technicians
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Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers
Salary: $50,000
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Nanosystems Engineers
Salary: $50,000
Education: Zone 5 - Extensive Prep
📊 Skills Comparison
Mathematicians → Computer and Information Research Scientists
Transition Difficulty: Easy (71% skill overlap)
✅ Transferable Skills (15)
Skills you already have that transfer to the new role
Critical Thinking
Current: 4Target: 4
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Complex Problem Solving
Current: 4Target: 4
→
Judgment and Decision Making
Current: 4Target: 4
→
Reading Comprehension
Current: 4Target: 4
→
Active Listening
Current: 3Target: 4
→
Systems Analysis
Current: 3Target: 4
→
Systems Evaluation
Current: 3Target: 4
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Speaking
Current: 3Target: 4
→
Active Learning
Current: 4Target: 4
→
Writing
Current: 4Target: 3
→
Mathematics
Current: 5Target: 3
→
Science
Current: 4Target: 3
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Monitoring
Current: 3Target: 3
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Learning Strategies
Current: 3Target: 3
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Instructing
Current: 3Target: 3
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