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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.

Currently Employed: Not Available

Yearly Projected Openings: Not Available

Typical Hourly Wage: $51.58 - $69.86

Typical Annual Salary: $107,300 - $145,300

• Develop mathematical or statistical models of phenomena to be used for analysis or for computational simulation.
• Assemble sets of assumptions and explore the consequences of each set.
• Apply mathematical theories and techniques to the solution of practical problems in business, engineering, the sciences, or other fields.
• Maintain knowledge in the field by reading professional journals, talking with other mathematicians, and attending professional conferences.
• Conduct research to extend mathematical knowledge in traditional areas, such as algebra, geometry, probability, and logic.
• Perform computations and apply methods of numerical analysis to data.
• Develop new principles and new relationships between existing mathematical principles to advance mathematical science.
• Develop computational methods for solving problems that occur in areas of science and engineering or that come from applications in business or industry.
• Address the relationships of quantities, magnitudes, and forms through the use of numbers and symbols.
• Disseminate research by writing reports, publishing papers, or presenting at professional conferences.

• Desktop computers
• High capacity removable media drives
• Notebook computers
• Personal computers
• Read write digital versatile disc DVD

• Analytical or scientific software
• Development environment software
• Graphics or photo imaging software
• Object or component oriented development software
• Word processing software