Roles · Science and research

AI research and development director

Plans and directs research and development activities. Reviews project activities and prepares research reports. Develops client relationships and communicates with clients.

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Research and development director · What it does

Three tasks it takes off your hands

  1. Plan or direct research, development, or production activities.
  2. Review project activities and prepare research reports.
  3. Develop client relationships and communicate with clients.
Where these come from

The tasks of “Natural Sciences Managers” (O*NET 11-9121.00), as O*NET lists them:

  • Plan or direct research, development, or production activities.
  • Review project activities and prepare and review research, testing, or operational reports.
  • Develop client relationships and communicate with clients to explain proposals, present research findings, establish specifications, or discuss project status.

Research and development director · Tools and industries

It works in the tools you already use

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • ESRI ArcGIS software

Industries it fits

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Role facts from O*NET 31.0 Database (U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), CC BY 4.0), written in our words. Sources and credits

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