natural and applied science policy researchers consultants and program officers 4161 noc code
Natural And Applied Science Policy Researchers, Consultants And Program Officers
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Natural And Applied Science Policy Researchers, Consultants And Program Officers
4161 – Natural And Applied Science Policy Researchers, Consultants And Program Officers
Natural and applied science policy researchers, consultants and program officers conduct research, prepare reports, provide consultation and advice and administer programs in a variety of areas related to the natural and applied sciences. They are employed by federal, provincial and municipal governments, computer and office furniture manufacturers, educational institutions, research organizations, consulting firms, environmental and conservation organizations, or they may be self-employed.
Illustrative example(s)
certified ergonomist
emergency management analyst
emergency preparedness planner
energy policy analyst
environmental impact analyst
environmental issues lobbyist
ergonomics specialist
fisheries analyst
industrial hygienist
natural resources policy analyst
occupational hygienist
patent agent
program officer, natural and applied sciences
recycling program co-ordinator
scientific consultant
supervisor, environmental program development
technology transfer officer
transportation safety analyst
All Examples
agricultural association analyst
agricultural issues lobbyist
analyst, agricultural association
certified ergonomist
certified industrial hygienist
communications policy researcher
consultant, natural and applied sciences
co-ordinator, municipal recycling program
co-ordinator, waste management program
disaster emergency response planner
emergency management analyst
emergency preparedness planner
energy policy analyst
energy program officer
environmental advisor (except engineer)
environmental consultant (except engineer)
environmental education consultant
environmental impact analyst
environmental issues lobbyist
environmental lobbyist
environmental program co-ordinator
environmental program development supervisor
environmental program manager
ergonomics consultant
ergonomics specialist
ergonomist
fisheries analyst
fisheries program officer
human factors engineer
human factors specialist (except engineer)
industrial hygienist
industrial waste reduction program co-ordinator
interface ergonomist
lobbyist, agricultural issues
lobbyist, environmental issues
multimedia ergonomist
municipal recycling program co-ordinator
natural and applied sciences consultant
natural and applied sciences policy advisor
natural and applied sciences policy analyst
natural and applied sciences program officer
natural and applied sciences researcher
natural resources planner
natural resources policy analyst
occupational hygiene officer
occupational hygienist
patent agent
patent agent, registered
patent searcher
policy analyst, natural and applied sciences
program co-ordinator – environmental organization
program co-ordinator, solid waste
program manager, solid waste
program officer, energy
program officer, fisheries
program officer, natural and applied sciences
recycling co-ordinator – residuals management
recycling program co-ordinator
regional recycling and waste reduction program co-ordinator
registered occupational hygienist
registered patent agent
researcher, natural and applied sciences
scientific consultant
solid waste program co-ordinator
solid waste program manager
supervisor, environmental program development
technology transfer officer
transportation program analyst
transportation safety analyst
waste diversion consultant
waste diversion program co-ordinator
waste diversion program manager
waste management program co-ordinator
waste reduction and recycling officer
waste reduction education program officer
waste reduction program co-ordinator
wind energy analyst
work site analyst
work site auditor
Exclusion(s)
Architecture and science managers (0212)
Health policy researchers, consultants and program officers (4165)
Life science professionals (212)
Other engineers (214)
Patent lawyers (See 4112 Lawyers and Quebec notaries)
Physical science professionals (211)
Professional occupations in engineering (See 213 Civil, mechanical, electrical and chemical engineers)
Main duties
The following is a summary of main duties for some occupations in this unit group:
Ergonomists or human factors specialists conduct research and advise on, and intervene in the physical, social and psychological interrelationships between persons, their equipment and working or living environments to ensure that the design, configuration and use of equipment, procedures and environmental conditions maximize safety, productivity and comfort.
Occupational or industrial hygienists study, evaluate and control physical, chemical and biological hazards and stresses in the workplace. They report and document investigations and conclusions, suggest changes to work environments and processes and provide information to workers and managers or employers on methods to reduce the risk of injury or illness from specific occupational hazards. They may also teach safe work procedures, participate in emergency response planning, testify at hearings and report findings at scientific conferences or in scientific journals.
Patent agents advise clients on elements of patent law and on the patentability of inventions, conduct patent searches, prepare patent applications and represent clients before the patent office.
Technology transfer officers are responsible for transferring and integrating new technologies, usually from university or government research and development environments, to commercial and industrial applications and ensure the protection of intellectual property of researchers and developers.
Science policy and program officers conduct research and advise on policies or develop or administer programs related to transportation, emergency preparedness, communications, natural resources, agriculture, the environment, traditional and alternative energy technologies, land use, recycling and other scientific fields. They promote public awareness and education on such issues as utilization of natural resources, the environment, and reprocessing and reduction of waste.
Employment requirements
A bachelor’s degree or college diploma in a related scientific or technical discipline is usually required for occupations in this unit group.
A master’s degree in a related scientific discipline may be required.
Certification through the Canadian College of Certified Professional Ergonomists is required to use the title “Canadian Certified Professional Ergonomist (CCPE)”. Membership with the Association of Canadian Ergonomists may be required.
Occupational hygienists may require certification by the Canadian Registration Board of Occupational Hygienists or le Conseil d’accréditation en hygiène industrielle du Québec.
Patent agents require 12 months of work experience in the patent field and successful completion of examinations set by the Commissioner of Patents. They may also be required to be listed in the register of patent agents.
Occupations in this group that are involved in green building design and technologies development may require the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification offered by the Canadian Green Building Council.
Additional information
Progression to supervisory or managerial positions in these fields is possible with experience.
Source: This content has been taken from the official website ofCIC
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