MyMajors Career Profile

Typical Tasks

Conduct research related to a range of nanotechnology topics, such as packaging, heat transfer, fluorescence detection, nanoparticle dispersion, hybrid systems, liquid systems, nanocomposites, nanofabrication, optoelectronics, or nanolithography.

Create designs or prototypes for nanosystem applications, such as biomedical delivery systems or atomic force microscopes.

Design or conduct tests of new nanotechnology products, processes, or systems.

Generate high-resolution images or measure force-distance curves, using techniques such as atomic force microscopy.

Identify new applications for existing nanotechnologies.

What kind of work is this?

Investigative

Studying, Research based work

Realistic

Practical, Physical Work

Conventional

Organized, Procedural Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Integrity

Persistence

Initiative

Cooperation

What key skills are needed for this job?

Speaking

Reading Comprehension

Critical Thinking

Science

Mathematics

Active Learning

Expected Knowledge

Engineering and Technology

Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Physics

Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.

Chemistry

Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

Common Activities

Analyzing Data or Information

Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Getting Information

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Education & Preparation

Some occupations may require additional education, advanced degrees, and years of experience in the field.

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Job Zone 5

Extensive Preparation Needed

Education

Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).

Experience

Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience are needed for these occupations. Many require more than five years of experience.

Training

Employees may need some on-the-job training, but most of these occupations assume that the person will already have the required skills, knowledge, work-related experience, and/or training.

Typical Education Required

Education a new hire may need

Doctoral degree 57%
Bachelor's degree 14%
Post-baccalaureate certificate 10%
Master's degree 10%
Post-doctoral training 10%

Source: O*NET Education, Training & Experience data

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Nanosystems Engineers

Nanosystems Engineers

Design, develop, or supervise the production of materials, devices, or systems of unique molecular or macromolecular composition, applying principles of nanoscale physics and electrical, chemical, or biological engineering.

Also Called: Process Development Engineer, Research Engineer, Process Development Engineer, Research Engineer

Typical Tasks

A day in the life

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Expected Knowledge

Common Activities