Physical Scientists
Physical scientists study relationships between matter, energy and other physical phenomena, the nature, composition and structure of the Earth and other planetary bodies and forecast weather conditions and electrical, magnetic, seismic and thermal activity.
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£42,352
Average salary
New workers start around £24,381.15. Normal pay is £42,352 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £71,639.32.
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Annual Openings
Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in Cornwall, and do<br /> not distinguish between full and part-time jobs.
Daily Tasks
- Applies mathematical models and techniques to assist in the solution of scientific problems in industry and commerce and seeks out new applications of mathematical analysis.
- Observes, records and collates data on atmospheric conditions from weather stations, satellites, and observation vessels to plot and forecast weather conditions.
- Uses surveys, seismology and other methods to determine the earth’s mantle, crust, rock structure and type, and to analyse and predict the occurrence of seismological activity.
- Conducts experiments and tests and uses mathematical models and theories to investigate the structure and properties of matter, transformations and propagations of energy, the behaviour of particles and their interaction with various forms of energy.
Skills Employers Are Looking For
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Skills
Job postings
Science
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Mathematics
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Critical Thinking
91
Reading Comprehension
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Active Learning
91
Writing
85
Active Listening
78
Speaking
75
Monitoring
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Learning Strategies
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