O*NET-SOC 19-2031.00
Chemists
Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.
From O*NET 30.3
Tasks
From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them
Free · O*NET 30.3- Develop, improve, or customize products, equipment, formulas, processes, or analytical methods.Core1506
- Analyze organic or inorganic compounds to determine chemical or physical properties, composition, structure, relationships, or reactions, using chromatography, spectroscopy, or spectrophotometry techniques.Core1505
- Induce changes in composition of substances by introducing heat, light, energy, or chemical catalysts for quantitative or qualitative analysis.Core1510
- Conduct quality control tests.Core18475
- Write technical papers or reports or prepare standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, or tests.Core1511
- Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed.Core18474
- Prepare test solutions, compounds, or reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct tests.Core1513
- Compile and analyze test information to determine process or equipment operating efficiency or to diagnose malfunctions.Core1507
- Confer with scientists or engineers to conduct analyses of research projects, interpret test results, or develop nonstandard tests.Core1508
- Evaluate laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with standards or to make improvements as needed.Core20388
- Direct, coordinate, or advise personnel in test procedures for analyzing components or physical properties of materials.Core1509
- Purchase laboratory supplies, such as chemicals, when supplies are low or near their expiration date.Core20389
Technology Skills
From O*NET 30.3, 72 examples in 16 categories, 15 Hot Technology
Free · O*NET 30.3Analytical or scientific software
- Accelrys Cerius2
- Accelrys DeCipher
- Advanced Chemistry Development ACD/1D nuclear magnetic resonance NMR processor
- Agilent ChemStation
- Bruker BioSpin TopSpin
- Chem2Pac
- Chemical kinetics software
- ChemSW Calibration Pro
- ChemSW Mass Spec Tools
- ChemSW Uncertainty Pro
- Conversion tools software
- Crystallography software
- CrystalMaker
- Density functional theory DFT software
- Gas chromatograph GS software
- Gaussian software
- Laboratory information management system LIMS
- LabTrack Electronic Lab Notebook
- Minitab
- Modeling software
- Molecular simulation software
- MSI Insight/Discover
- Multi-functional calculators
- Network Science IR Mentor Pro
- Organic synthesis planning software
- Q-Chem
- SAS JMP
- SciQuest PE TurboChrom
- Siemens SHELXTL
- Statistical software
- Surface modeling software
- Synthematix StructureSearch
- Vogel Scientific Software Group CALACO
- Waters Empower Chromatography Data Software
- Waters Millennium32
- Wavefunction Spartan
Office suite software
- Apple iWork
- Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand
- NeoOffice
Presentation software
- Apple iWork Keynote
- Microsoft PowerPointHot TechnologyIn Demand
Spreadsheet software
- Apple iWork Numbers
- Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand
Word processing software
- Apple iWork Pages
- Microsoft WordHot Technology
Development environment software
- CHot Technology
- Microsoft Visual BasicHot Technology
- National Instruments LabVIEW
Object or component oriented development software
- C++Hot Technology
- Oracle JavaHot Technology
- RHot Technology
Data base user interface and query software
- CambridgeSoft ChemOffice Ultra
- ChemSW Buffer Maker
- JDA Arthur KnowledgeBase database
- Logger software
- Microsoft AccessHot Technology
- Molsearch Pro
- Structured query language SQLHot Technology
Computer aided design CAD software
- ChemInnovation Software Chem 4-D
- ChemSW Molecular Modeling Pro
- Hypercube HyperChem
Inventory management software
- ChemSW Chemical Inventory System CIS
- ItemTracker
- UBI Biotracker
Document management software
- ChemSW Laboratory Document Control System LDCS
Graphics or photo imaging software
- Digital imaging software
- Graphics software
- MolDraw
Enterprise application integration software
- Extensible markup language XMLHot Technology
Web platform development software
- Hypertext markup language HTMLHot Technology
Process mapping and design software
- Microsoft VisioHot Technology
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
- SAP softwareHot Technology
Detailed Work Activities
From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it
Free · O*NET 30.3Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Test quality of materials or finished products.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Analyzing Data or Information
Analyze operational or research data.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Analyze chemical compounds or substances.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Analyze test or performance data to assess equipment operation.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Diagnose equipment malfunctions.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Handling and Moving Objects
Prepare compounds or solutions for products or testing.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
Develop new or advanced products or production methods.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Establish standards for products, processes, or procedures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
Maintain laboratory or technical equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Documenting/Recording Information
Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Supervise scientific or technical personnel.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Manage scientific or technical project resources.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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- Not mapped yet
Job Zone
From O*NET 30.3
Free · O*NET 30.3Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source
WFA coverage: AI skills for this job
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openPilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.
Equivalents
NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents
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)
Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)No NICE work role maps to this job.