SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMMER ANALYSTS (BIOTECHNOLOGY: INFORMATION SYSTEMS) California Occupational Guide Number 2007 (part) Interest Area: Emerging Occupations 1996
THE JOB 
Scientific Programmer Analysts design, develop, evaluate and modify computer programs to solve scientific or engineering problems and to support research and development efforts. They analyze existing systems and formulate logic for new systems. Analysts devise logical procedures, prepare flow charts, develop coding, perform tests and debug programs. They are responsible for providing documentation for new and existing programs, determining system specifications, input and output processes, and hardware and software compatibility.
COMPENSATION
$24,000 to $50,000 per year
REQUIREMENTS
Skills/Knowledge
-- Analytical skills.
-- Ability to think logically.
-- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
-- Ability to work with abstract concepts and to work accurately under
pressure.
Training/Requirements
-- BS degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent.
-- Possess up to two years of related experience.
DOT:
Programmer-Analyst, 030.162-014
OES:
System Analysts, Elec. Data Processing, 251020
Source: State of California, Employment Development Department,
Labor Market Information Division, Information Services Group,
(916) 262-2162
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