What is becoming a researcher?
A researcher collects and studies data in their chosen field to be used to make informed political , social and economic decisions.
What is the role of a researcher?
The responsibilities vary from industry to industry.
- Communicating with client to discuss project plans
- Spotting and following friends in data
- Use statistical software to manage and organize material
- Make research proposals and defiled reports
- Present findings to client and services management
Requirements from a researcher
Because of the analytical nature of the role one has to be methodical in the way they carry out tasks and provide valid , proven evidence
Key skills include;
- Resourceful and creative
- Persistence and self-confident
- Proficient in mathematics and literacy
- Skills in using statistics