We surveyed 642 computer and information research scientists to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical computer and information research scientist. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a computer and information research scientist?
Low
High
Working as a computer and information research scientist typically requires higher levels of intelligence when compared with the average career. This means that computer and information research scientists are required to actively learn new things related to their discipline and solve complex problems.
Can I learn to become a computer and information research scientist?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a computer and information research scientist typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a computer and information research scientist?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a computer and information research scientist. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for computer and information research scientists.
Is being a computer and information research scientist stressful?
Low
High
Stress is not uncommon amongst computer and information research scientists, with daily work sometimes being quite demanding.
Is being organized important as a computer and information research scientist?
Low
High
Organization is not considered a particuarly important part of being a computer and information research scientist.
How competitive is the workplace for computer and information research scientists?
Low
High
Computer and information research scientists see mild competition in their workplace.
Does being a computer and information research scientist require frequent time pressure to complete tasks?
Low
High
Time pressure tends not to be a major contributor of stress for computer and information research scientists.
Are computer and information research scientists allowed to express themselves creatively?
Low
High
Computer and information research scientists are afforded a certain level of ability to express themselves creatively, compared to other careers.
Do computer and information research scientists have control over the direction of their work?
Low
High
While sometimes the direction is set, occasionally computer and information research scientists will have some flexibility over the direction of their work.
Is being a computer and information research scientist physically demanding?
Low
High
Work as a computer and information research scientists is rarely physically demanding, making it a suitable option for those unable to perform physically strenuous tasks.
Are computer and information research scientists exposed to a wide variety of work?
Low
High
Computer and information research scientists tend to have a monotonous work routine, with little variety in their day-to-day tasks.
Does being a computer and information research scientist require attention to detail?
Low
High
Attention to detail isn't necessarily required to be successful as a computer and information research scientist.
Does being a good computer and information research scientist require compassion and empathy?
Low
High
The ability to be compassion and empathetic isn't considered fundamental to success as a computer and information research scientist.