O*NET-SOC 19-1029.03

Geneticists

Research and study the inheritance of traits at the molecular, organism or population level. May evaluate or treat patients with genetic disorders.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

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Supervise or direct the work of other geneticists, biologists, technicians, or biometricians working on genetics research projects.Core16828
Plan or conduct basic genomic and biological research related to areas such as regulation of gene expression, protein interactions, metabolic networks, and nucleic acid or protein complexes.Core16839
Prepare results of experimental findings for presentation at professional conferences or in scientific journals.Core16831
Maintain laboratory notebooks that record research methods, procedures, and results.Core16832
Write grants and papers or attend fundraising events to seek research funds.Core16817
Search scientific literature to select and modify methods and procedures most appropriate for genetic research goals.Core16830
Review, approve, or interpret genetic laboratory results.Core16829
Attend clinical and research conferences and read scientific literature to keep abreast of technological advances and current genetic research findings.Core16827
Evaluate genetic data by performing appropriate mathematical or statistical calculations and analyses.Core16834
Analyze determinants responsible for specific inherited traits, and devise methods for altering traits or producing new traits.Core16840
Extract deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) or perform diagnostic tests involving processes such as gel electrophoresis, Southern blot analysis, and polymerase chain reaction analysis.Core16833
Evaluate, diagnose, or treat genetic diseases.Supplemental16823
Collaborate with biologists and other professionals to conduct appropriate genetic and biochemical analyses.Core16826
Instruct medical students, graduate students, or others in methods or procedures for diagnosis and management of genetic disorders.Core16822
Create or use statistical models for the analysis of genetic data.Core16837
Maintain laboratory safety programs and train personnel in laboratory safety techniques.Core16821
Verify that cytogenetic, molecular genetic, and related equipment and instrumentation is maintained in working condition to ensure accuracy and quality of experimental results.Core16818
Develop protocols to improve existing genetic techniques or to incorporate new diagnostic procedures.Core16835
Confer with information technology specialists to develop computer applications for genetic data analysis.Core16825
Design sampling plans or coordinate the field collection of samples such as tissue specimens.Core16836
Conduct family medical studies to evaluate the genetic basis for traits or diseases.Supplemental16838
Design and maintain genetics computer databases.Supplemental16824
Participate in the development of endangered species breeding programs or species survival plans.Supplemental16820
Plan curatorial programs for species collections that include acquisition, distribution, maintenance, or regeneration.Supplemental16819

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 36 examples in 15 categories, 16 Hot Technology

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Analytical or scientific software

Basic Local Alignment Search Tool BLAST
ClustalW
Deoxyribonucleic acid DNA sequence analysis software
Insightful S-PLUS
Mendel
PHYLIP
RTI International SUDAAN
Sage Accounting Software
SASHot Technology
SAS JMP
SAS/Genetics
Ward Systems Group GeneHunter

Data base user interface and query software

Bioinformatics databases
Database software
HapMap
Microsoft AccessHot Technology
Structured query language SQLHot Technology

Object or component oriented development software

C++Hot Technology
Microsoft Visual C# .NET
Oracle JavaHot Technology
PerlHot Technology
PythonHot Technology
RHot TechnologyIn Demand

Electronic mail software

Email software

Development environment software

Formula translation/translator FORTRAN

File versioning software

GitHot Technology

Application server software

GitHubHot Technology

Data mining software

Golden Helix HelixTree

Operating system software

LinuxHot Technology
UNIXHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Medical software

Plate reader software

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

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Getting Information

Research genetic characteristics or expression.
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Research diseases or parasites.
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning.
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Analyzing Data or Information

Interpret research or operational data.
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Analyze biological samples.
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Thinking Creatively

Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use.
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Develop technical or scientific databases.
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Plan natural resources conservation or restoration programs.
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Plan biological research.
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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Review professional literature to maintain professional knowledge.
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Attend conferences or workshops to maintain professional knowledge.
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Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment

Establish standards for medical care.
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Documenting/Recording Information

Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
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Prepare proposal documents or grant applications.
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Record research or operational data.
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
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Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

Collaborate with technical specialists to resolve design or development problems.
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Training and Teaching Others

Instruct college students in physical or life sciences.
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Train personnel in technical or scientific procedures.
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Supervise scientific or technical personnel.
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

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Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed

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Equivalents

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Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

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