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Occupational Report for Computer and Information Scientists, Research (15-1011) , Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description

Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Solve or develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.

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Computer and Information Scientists, Research
Employment Outlook for Computer and Information Scientists, Research
Statewide Employment Analysis 2008 employment is estimated to be somewhat smaller than the regional average. This occupation is expected to grow at a much slower rate than the regional average. Total job openings are projected to be somewhat lower than the regional average.

Limited employment opportunities exist for trained workers.

Data Sources and Limitations
Current Employment Department Job Openings for Computer and Information Scientists, Research There are no openings for this occupation.
Job Openings from the Web for Computer and Information Scientists, Research The following job openings have been automatically extracted from various sites across the Web. These links are provided as supplemental resources. However, the Employment Department cannot validate these openings nor endorse any of these external sites. Some of these jobs may no longer be open. In some cases, a single opening may be posted on multiple sites.

There are 2 current openings for this occupation. Openings 1 through 2 are listed below.

Job Title Date Posted Location Employer
Engineering Jobs 8/28/10
adidas Innovation Team Sr. Sport Researcher 8/25/10 Portland adidas Group
State of Oregon License Information for Computer and Information Scientists, Research No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Wages for Computer and Information Scientists, Research
Region ---------------- 2010 Wages ----------------
Percentiles (hourly wages) Avg
Hourly
($/hr)
Avg
Annual
10th 25th 50th
(median)
75th 90th
Oregon Statewide $25.21 $40.71 $52.01 $60.68 $66.09 $50.12 $104,260
Multnomah / Washington 24.55 39.42 47.20 53.60 74.18 48.85 101,611
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Regional Employment Projections for Computer and Information Scientists, Research
Region Employment Change % Change Projected Annual Openings
2008 2018 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 199 204 5 2.5% 1 4 5
Multnomah / Washington 176 183 7 4.0% 1 4 5
Lane 11 11 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Clackamas 6 7 1 16.7% 0 0 0
Morrow / Umatilla 1 2 1 100.0% 0 0 0
Benton / Lincoln / Linn 1 1 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 1 2 1 100.0% 0 0 0
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 1 1 0 0.0% 0 0 0

Replacement openings are caused by existing workers permanently leaving their occupation. Many additional job openings occur due to job changes within occupations.
Data Sources and Limitations
Industries of Employment for Computer and Information Scientists, Research
Industry
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Ownership 2008
Employment
Total, All Industries All 199
Total, All Industries Private 182
Manufacturing Private 129
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing Private 129
Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing Private 123
Information Private 13
Publishing Industries (except Internet) Private 11
Software Publishers Private 11
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Private 31
Computer Systems Design and Related Services Private 28
Educational Requirements for Computer and Information Scientists, Research Workers must have a master's degree to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with a master's degree and related work experience have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
Skills for Computer and Information Scientists, Research
  • Analyze Human Interaction With Computers And Computer Applications
  • Apply Computer Science Principles
  • Apply Data Security Procedures
  • Apply Data Storage Technology
  • Apply Design Engineering Theory
  • Apply Engineering Principles To Integrate Components
  • Apply Knowledge Of Mainframe Computers
  • Apply Mathematical Principles To Identify, Analyze And Solve Problems
  • Apply Mathematical Principles To New Technology Creation
  • Apply Mathematical Principles To Theoretical Research
  • Apply Mathematics To Operations Research
  • Apply Quality Assurance Techniques
  • Apply Research Methodology To Science Or Engineering
  • Apply Statistical Methods
  • Assist Co-Workers With Hardware Problems
  • Assist Co-Workers With Software Usage And Problems
  • Design And Conduct Tests Of Engineered Systems
  • Design Computer Hardware And Software Interface
  • Design Computer Networks
  • Design Computer Programs And Programming Tools
  • Design Data Processing Systems
  • Design Data Security Systems
  • Design Tables Depicting Data
  • Develop And Revise Databases
  • Develop Management Control Systems
  • Develop Records Management System And Guidelines
  • Develop Search Engines
  • Develop Specialized Mathematical Or Computer Languages
  • Document Findings And Discoveries
  • Evaluate And Recommend Office Equipment
  • Evaluate Software For Business Applications
  • Generate Data Processing Information
  • Identify Appropriate Software For Activities Or Projects
  • Implement Computer System Changes
  • Maintain Computers And Related Equipment
  • Maintain Data Bases On Multi-User Computer Systems
  • Make Presentations
  • Manipulate Operating System To Improve Performance
  • Operate Computer Networks
  • Prepare Diagrams And Charts To Support Conclusions From Mathematical And Statistical Models
  • Prepare Mathematical Simulation Models
  • Program Computers Using Existing Software
  • Program Mainframe Computer
  • Provide Computer Programming Training
  • Provide Technical Support To Computer Users
  • Research Work-Related Topics Using Library Resources
  • Resolve Symbolic Formulations In Data Processing Applications
  • Test And Troubleshoot Computer Programs And Systems
  • Use Algebra
  • Use Calculus
  • Use Computer Application Flow Charts
  • Use Structured Design Or Development Methodologies
  • Work As A Team Member
Schools and Training Providers for Computer and Information Scientists, Research The training providers listed below offer programs related to this occupation. This information is updated once per year. Anyone interested in a particular program should check with the training institution regarding its availability. Listing these training providers does not necessarily constitute or imply their endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the State of Oregon.

Eastern Oregon University
One University Blvd
La Grande, OR 97850
Phone: (541) 962-3672
Programs of Training:
Pacific University
2043 College Way
Forest Grove, OR 97116
Phone: (503) 352-1111
Programs of Training:
Southern Oregon University
1250 Siskiyou Blvd
Ashland, OR 97520
Phone: (541) 552-7672
Programs of Training:
Linfield College
900 SE Baker
McMinnville, OR 97128
Phone: (503) 883-2200
Programs of Training:
Linn-Benton Community College
6500 Pacific Blvd SW
Albany, OR 97321
Phone: (541) 917-4999
Programs of Training:
Mt Hood Community College
26000 SE Stark St
Gresham, OR 97030
Phone: (503) 491-6422
Programs of Training:
Western Oregon University
345 N Monmouth Ave
Monmouth, OR 97361
Phone: (503) 838-8000
Programs of Training:
DeVry University-Oregon
Peterkort Center II - 9755 SW Barne
Portland, OR 97225
Phone: (503) 296-7468
Programs of Training:
Central Oregon Community College
2600 NW College Way
Bend, OR 97701
Phone: (541) 383-7500
Programs of Training:
George Fox University
414 N Meridian St
Newberg, OR 97132
Phone: (503) 538-8383
Programs of Training:
Northwest Christian University
828 East 11th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: (541) 343-1641
Programs of Training:
University of Portland
5000 N Willamette Blvd
Portland, OR 97203
Phone: (503) 943-7911
Programs of Training:
Heald College-Portland
625 SW Broadway, 2nd Floor
Portland, OR 97205
Phone: (503) 229-0492
Programs of Training:
Portland State University
724 SW Harrison
Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503) 725-4433
Programs of Training:
Seedling Productions
1799 Summit Loop
Grants Pass, OR 97527
Phone: (541) 660-0812
Programs of Training:
Southwestern Oregon Community College
1988 Newmark Ave
Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone: (541) 888-2525
Programs of Training:
Klamath Community College
7390 South Sixth Street
Klamath Falls, OR 97603
Phone: (541) 882-3521
Programs of Training:
Oregon State University
104 Kerr Administration Bldg.
Corvallis, OR 97331
Phone: (541) 737-0123
Programs of Training:
Treasure Valley Community College
650 College Blvd
Ontario, OR 97914
Phone: (541) 881-8822
Programs of Training:
Lewis & Clark College
0615 S W Palatine Hill Rd
Portland, OR 97219
Phone: (503) 768-7000
Programs of Training:
University of Oregon
110 Johnson Hall
Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: (541) 346-3014
Programs of Training:
Corban College
5000 Deer Park Dr SE
Salem, OR 97317
Phone: (503) 581-8600
Programs of Training:
Willamette University
900 State St
Salem, OR 97301
Phone: (503) 370-6300
Programs of Training:
Pioneer Pacific College
27501 SW Parkway Ave
Wilsonville, OR 97070
Phone: (866) 772-4636
Programs of Training:
New Horizons Computer Learning Ctr

Beaverton, OR 97008-7381
Phone: (503) 641-8028
Programs of Training:
Career Pathway Roadmaps for Computer and Information Scientists, Research These Oregon community colleges have defined career pathway roadmaps to facilitate entry into this occupation:

Lane Community College
Treasure Valley Community College
Related Occupations The scores listed below indicates how closely the skills for Computer and Information Scientists, Research matches the occupation in the list. A score of 100% means the occupations have identical skill sets. A maximum of 10 occupations are displayed below.
Occupation Skill Overlap
Computer Specialists, All Other 60%
Computer Systems Analysts 44%
Network Systems And Data Communications Analysts 39%
Network And Computer Systems Administrators 39%
Computer Programmers 35%
Database Administrators 35%
Computer Software Engineers, Applications 30%