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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
- Organize, analyze and interpret scientific data
- Problem solving skills; defining problems and developing research models
- Approaching topics and problems from various perspectives; analyzing multiple dimensions of a problem
- Preparing technical or research reports
- Observation and decision making skills
- Utilizing the appropriate mathematical formulas to perform calculations
- Articulate and analytical
- Logical/Critical thinking
Areas of Employment
- Administration and Management
- Applied Research and Development
- Consulting
- Development
- Education
- Government Research and Regulation
- Healthcare Sector
- Hi-tech Industry
- Research
- Writing
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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
- Research skills; the collection, analysis and interpretation of data using the appropriate laboratory and/or field techniques; organizing vast amounts of data
- Presenting and communicating ideas clearly and articulately using current technology
- Critical thinking
- Data, time and resource management
- Creative thinking; problem solving skills; decision making skills
- Design experiments; develop theories
- Teamwork skills: the ability to oversee, supervise and/or contribute to a project
Areas of Employment
- Administration
- Agricultural Agencies
- Botanical Gardens
- Education
- Environment
- Food and Beverage Manufacturers
- Government and Health Departments
- Healthcare
- Law/Drug Enforcement
- Museums
- Pharmaceuticals
- Research
- Technical writing
Job Titles of Program Graduates
- Dentist
- Investment Management Analyst in Federal Government
- Lab Technician in Post-Secondary
- Marketing Analyst in Pharmaceutical Corporation
- Medical Writer in Pharmaceutical Marketing
- Medical Doctor
- Molecular Biologists
- Production Technician in Medical Supply Sales
- Program Specialist in Federal Government
- Reactive Chemicals Subject Matter Expert in Chemical and Plastics Manufacturing
- Research Scientist
- Research Support Program Officer in Federal Government
- Research Technician
- Research Technologist in Healthcare
- Senior Manufacturing Associate in Biotech
- Senior Policy Analyst
- Senior Program Manager in Federal Government
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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
- Investigative and Research skills; the collection, analysis and interpretation of data using the appropriate laboratory and/or field techniques; organizing vast amounts of data
- Logical reasoning
- Operate scientific/lab equipment
- Oral and written communication skills: presenting and communicating technical and scientific data and ideas clearly and articulately to both the scientific and non-scientific communities using current technology
- Creative thinking; problem solving skills; decision making skills
- Design experiments; develop theories
- Teamwork skills: the ability to oversee, supervise and/or contribute to a project
- Independent worker
- Data, time and resource management
- Inspect specimens
Areas of Employment
- Administration
- Biotechnology companies
- Colleges and Universities
- Environmental Organizations
- Food and Beverage Manufacturers
- Food and Drug consulting firms
- Government/Health Departments
- Health Care
- Laboratories
- Law and Drug Enforcement
- Law Firms
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Publishing companies
- Research Institutes
- Spas and Resorts
- Zoo, Aquariums, National Parks
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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
- Critically assess advances in chemistry by conducting literature or laboratory-based research by competently using a broad variety of modern chemical laboratory instrumentation and techniques in the course of experimentation
- Clearly explain the rationale, methodology and broader conclusions of a scientific study in written and oral formats to both scientific peers and the general public using appropriate formats
- Integrate fundamental concepts of chemistry with those from other fields such as biochemistry, mathematics, physics, toxicology or biology to address problems in the laboratory, in industrial chemical processes, or in the natural environment to solve interdisciplinary problems.
- Critically assess and quantify uncertainties in measurements and limitations in methodologies
- Collaborate effectively in a team
- Conduct themselves in an ethical manner with respect to the environmentally conscious handling of chemicals, the handling and reporting of data and results, and the acknowledgement of others’ work.
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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
- Well trained in computer programming, computational methods, statistics, and data analysis
- Investigative and research skills; the collection, analysis and interpretation of data using the appropriate laboratory and/or field techniques; organizing vast amounts of data
- Logical reasoning
- Operate scientific/lab equipment
- Oral and written communication skills: presenting and communicating technical and scientific data and ideas clearly and articulately to both the scientific and non-scientific communities using current technology
- Creative thinking; problem solving skills; decision making skills
- Design experiments; develop theories
- Teamwork skills: the ability to oversee, supervise and/or contribute to a project
- Independent worker
- Data, time and resource management
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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
- Research skills; data collection; process and synthesize vast amounts of data and apply where relevant; define research problems; develop research models and proposals
- Conducting field observations and taking appropriate measurements
- Analytical and critical thinking; gather and analyze data
- Problem solving skills; approaching topics and problems from various perspectives; understanding the components of complex problems; analyzing multiple dimensions of a problem; identifying problems and developing solutions
- Data, time and resource management
- Proficiency in mathematics; mathematical modeling
- Communication skills – clearly and effectively inform, explain and instruct both the scientific and non-scientific community; prepare technical reports; write research papers and proposals
- Use technical instruments
- Computer skills
Areas of Employment
- Consulting Firms – Geological Consulting
- Educational Institutions
- Environmental Firms
- Geophysics and Engineering Firms
- Government Departments (all levels)
- Mining and Petroleum Industries
- Research Institutes
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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
- Critical thinking; analytical/logical thinking; attention to detail
- Conduct and clearly explain scientific research; organize, analyze and interpret scientific data; analyze quantitative information
- Problem solving skills; defining problems, approaching topics and problems from various perspectives; analyzing multiple dimensions of a problem; decision making skills
- Verbal and written communication skills – ability to summarize, condense and organize ideas and information; ability to articulate, explain, and teach technical information to others; ability to write logical and well-reasoned reports, papers and grant proposals; proficient in memorization
- Knowledge of research methodology and various techniques of data analysis
- Strong grasp of mathematical principles
- Computer skills
Areas of Employment
- Consulting Firms
- Educational Institutions
- Environmental Agencies
- Federal and Provincial Regulatory Agencies
- Industry
- Municipalities
- Research Institutions
Job Titles of Program Graduates
- Account Manager in Solar Power Integration
- Biologist in Environmental Services
- Environmental Chemist in Environmental Services
- Environmental Policy and Program Consultant in Non-Profit
- Environmental Professional in Environmental Service Organization
- Environmental Scientist in Environmental Protection
- GIS and Remote Sensing Technician in Oil and Energy
- Naturalist in Non-Profit
- Physical Scientist in Federal Government
- Plant Health Survey Biologist in Federal Government
- Project Manager in Environmental Engineering
- Project Scientist in Environmental Engineering
- Projects Control Specialist in Engineering and Construction Consulting
- Research Assistant in Post-Secondary
- Resource Technician in Provincial Government
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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
- Investigative and Research skills; the collection, analysis and critical interpretation of data using the appropriate laboratory and/or field techniques; organizing vast amounts of data; accurately record results
- Logical reasoning, analytical thinking; attention to detail
- Operate scientific/lab equipment
- Oral and written communication skills: presenting and communicating technical and scientific data and ideas clearly and articulately to both the scientific and non-scientific communities using current technology
- Creative thinking; problem solving skills; decision making skills
- Design experiments; develop theories
- Teamwork skills: the ability to oversee, supervise and/or contribute to a project
- Independent worker
- Math and Statistical Skills
- Data, time and resource management
Areas of Employment
- Consulting Firms
- Container Manufacturers
- Educational Institutions
- Feed Companies
- Food Equipment Suppliers
- Food Ingredient Suppliers
- Food Manufacturing Plants
- Food Processing Plants
- Government Departments and Agencies (all levels)
- Health Care
- Pharmaceutical Companies
- Quality Control Laboratories
- Research Institutions
Job Titles of Program Graduates
- Assistant Flavour Technologist in Food Industry
- Data Specialist in Health Care Services
- Food Specialist in Federal Government
- Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point Coordinator in Food Service
- Lab Assistant in Post-Secondary
- Nation Combat Ration Program in Federal Government
- Nutritional Assistant in Private Nutrition Clinic
- Pharmaceutical Sales Representative in Pharmaceuticals
- Process Engineer in Engineering
- Quality Assurance Technician in Food Industry
- Quality Control Flavor Technician in Food Industry
- Quality Control in Food Corporation
- Regulatory and Medical Coordinator in Nutrition
- Research and Development Food Technologist in Food Industry
- Senior Primary Inspector in Federal Government
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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
- Research skills; data collection; process and synthesize vast amounts of data and apply where relevant; define research problems; develop research models and proposals
- Ability to operate specialized field equipment and to employ appropriate scientific lab techniques; utilizing statistical methods/applications
- Analytical and critical thinking; gather and analyze data; evaluate data and results; assess risks; perceive patterns
- Problem solving skills; approaching topics and problems from various perspectives; analyzing multiple dimensions of a problem; identifying problems and developing solutions; decision making skills
- Logical thinking, creative thinking
- Project design and management
- Data, time and resource management
- Computer literacy
- Communication skills – inform, explain and instruct; prepare technical reports; communicate across cultures; interviewing skills
Areas of Employment
- Administration
- Agricultural Companies
- Design and Planning
- Educational Institutions
- Environmental Non-governmental Organizations
- Geographic/Environmental Consulting Firms
- Government Agencies (all levels)
- International Development Agencies
- Mining/Resource Companies
- Non-governmental Organizations
- Real Estate/Construction Developers
- Research Laboratories
- Technology
Job Titles of Program Graduates
- Applications Analyst
- Cartographer
- City Planner
- Computer Systems Analyst
- Conservation Technician
- Ecotourism Consultant
- Electronic Data Processing Analyst
- Environmental Advisor
- Environmental Policy Analyst
- Extension Ranger
- Forestry Technician
- Forestry Technologist
- GIS Analyst
- GIS Programmer
- GIS Applications Specialist
- Land Use Expert
- Land Use Planner
- Natural Resources Manager
- Park Administrator
- Public Official
- Recreational Planner
- Remote-sensing Specialist
- Satellite Image Analyst
- Soil Assessment Technician
- Urban Designer
- Web Mapping
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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
- Ability to handle and operate standard tools and laboratory equipment
- Research development, data collected, and analysis
- Ability to employ appropriate scientific lab techniques
- Creativity and ability to propose new ideas and solutions
- Critical thinking; logical reasoning
- Communicate ideas effectively
- Leadership and project management skills
- Understand the fundamental concepts, principles, theories, and facts related to nanoscience and nanotechnology, and apply them as a solution to both quantitative and qualitative problems
- Proficiency in mathematics
- Work in teams and foster interpersonal relations at work
- Operate with a certain degree of independence
- Follow research ethics as proposed by legislation
Areas of Employment
- Auto and aerospace industries
- Biotechnology
- Electronics
- Energy capture and storage
- Environmental monitoring, control, and remediation
- Food science
- Forensics
- Industrial Manufacturers
- Materials science including textiles, polymers, packaging, among others
- Medical Equipment/Devices
- Medical fields and pharmaceuticals
- Military and national security
- Nuclear/Energy
- Pharmaceutical
- Quality Control and Inspection Companies
- Research & Development
- Sporting goods
- University and Federal Laboratory Research
Job Titles of Program Graduates
- Chemical Analyst
- Chemical Technologist/Technician
- Chemist
- Forensic scientist
- Health and Safety Technician
- Laboratory Supervisor
- Laboratory Technician
- Materials scientist
- Mathematician
- Medical Doctor
- Nanotechnologist
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- Nuclear Physicist/Engineer
- Pharmacist
- Physicist
- Product Developer
- Professor
- Quality Control Inspector
- Software Developer
- Spectrometer Technician
- Teacher
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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
- Investigative and research skills; the collection, analysis and interpretation of data using the appropriate laboratory and/or field techniques; organizing vast amounts of data
- Logical reasoning/critical/analytical thinking
- Aptitude for electronics and computing
- Operate scientific/lab equipment
- Oral and written communication skills: presenting and communicating technical and scientific data and ideas clearly and articulately to both the scientific and non-scientific communities using current technology
- Creative thinking; problem solving skills; approaching topics and problems from various perspectives; analyzing multiple dimensions of a problem; identifying problems and developing solutions; decision making skills
- Design experiments; develop theories
- Teamwork skills: the ability to oversee, supervise and/or contribute to a project
- Independent worker
- Data, time and resource management
- Inspect specimens
Areas of Employment
- Biotechnology/Chemical Industries
- Community Centres and Social Services
- Consulting Firms
- Educational Institutions
- Government Regulatory Agencies
- Healthcare – medical, dental, nursing, veterinary
- Industrial Organizations
- Pharmaceutical Companies
- Research Institutions
- Software Development
- Technical Writing
- Web Development
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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
- Knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and neurobiology of the human nervous system, and how the nervous system can be altered with experience, genetics, and development
- Communicate scientific data clearly, both orally and in writing to both scientific and lay audiences
- Gather, analyze, and interpret data using laboratory techniques, statistical analyses and statistical software
- Identify and understand a variety of neurobehavioral diseases, as well as contemporary treatment options
- Critically evaluate scientific data from primary research and review articles in the field of neuroscience
- Critically evaluate other information sources
- Appraise and understand ethical considerations of animal and human research
- Survey and evaluate current topics in neuroscience
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Job Titles of Program Graduates
- Inpatient Clerk in Health Care Facility
- Neurophysiology Technologist
- Research Analyst at Public Health Agency
- Test Coordinator in Medical Technology and Innovation
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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
- Knowledge of key terms, concepts and processes relevant for understanding the biophysical environment and earth systems
- Practical skills in the use and analysis of geographic data, and an understanding of their value for environmental monitoring, management and policy
- Ability to collect, process, analyze and interpret qualitative, quantitative, and/or spatial information
- Ability to understand the value of research for examining geographic and environmental issues and making informed decisions
- Ability to write effectively and communicate clearly to a range of audiences on geographic and/or environmental topics
Areas of Employment
- Environmental Consulting
- Government Agencies (all levels)
- Conservation Agencies
- Environmental and non-governmental organizations
- Mining/Resource Companies
- Energy Industry
- Emergency Management
- Education
Job Titles of Program Graduates
- Air Quality Specialist
- Climate Change Analyst
- Conservation Technician
- Environmental Assessment Officer
- Emergency Management Specialist
- Environmental Consultant
- Land Use Planner
- Natural Resources Manager
- Physical Scientist
- Soil Assessment Specialist
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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
- Organize, analyze and interpret scientific data
- Defining problems and developing research models
- Preparing technical or research reports
- Observation and decision making skills
- Utilizing the appropriate mathematical formulas to perform calculations
- Articulate and analytical
Areas of Employment
- Administration and Management
- Applied Research and Development
- Consulting
- Development
- Education
- Government Research and Regulation
- Healthcare Sector – Medical Device Development
- Hi-tech Industry
- Research
- Writing
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Skills and knowledge you may gain from your program:
- Ability to understand the physiological, emotional, cognitive and social determinants of human behavior
- Ability to read materials accurately and analytically
- Knowledge of methodologies of data collection, statistical analysis and evaluation
- Critical/Analytical thinking; abstract reasoning skills
- Problem solving skills; approaching topics and problems from various perspectives; analyzing multiple dimensions of a problem; identifying problems and developing solutions; decision making skills
- Communication skills – explaining ideas, writing and presenting information; public speaking; compiling carefully reasoned reports and essays; good listening, clarifying, questioning and responding skills
- Research skills; process and synthesize vast amounts of data; interpret research and data; recognizing only the salient facts; developing research strategies and utilizing research methods
- Ability to carry out tasks with thoroughness and precision
- Aptitude for conflict resolution; mediation; concern for and sensitivity to others
- Understanding of group dynamics
Areas of Employment
- Administration
- Child Development
- Counselling
- Early Childhood Education
- Education
- Health
- Human Resources
- Marketing
- Mental Health Work
- Parole and Probation
- Psychiatry
- Public Relations
- Teaching
- Technical Writing
- Youth Services
Job Titles of Program Graduates
- Anesthesia Assistant
- Clinical Psychologist
- Document Specialist
- Hearing Specialist
- Human and Organizational Performance Specialist
- Indigenous Program Specialist
- Junior Recruitment Consultant
- Neuroscience and Mental Health Researcher
- Nutritionist
- Occupational Therapist
- Psychiatrist
- Psychologist
- Psychotherapist
- Research Assistant
- Social Worker
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