Quality Control Analysts ensure that products meet standards of quality and safety by conducting tests and inspections.
Bioengineers apply principles of biology and engineering to create products and technologies that improve health and quality of life.
Clinical Data Managers collect and analyze data from clinical trials and research studies to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
Industrial Engineers design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes.
Range Managers oversee the sustainable management and use of rangelands for grazing, conservation, and recreation.
Remote Sensing Technicians collect and analyze data obtained from aircraft or satellites to create maps and monitor environmental changes.
Economists study economic data and trends to provide insights and forecasts about economic issues.
Urban and Regional Planners develop plans and programs for land use in urban and suburban areas to create sustainable and functional communities.
Aileen Calletano is a synthetic chemist at Cascade Chemistry, a chemical manufacturing company in Eugene, Oregon. Like a cook perfecting a dish, Calletano makes compounds for clients and refines their recipes.
Brandon Larrabee is a geographic information systems specialist for the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Larrabee works to create digital representations of geographic areas to help with land restoration projects and environmental analysis.
David Van Hook serves as the Director of Information Technology (IT) at Living Opportunities, a non-profit organization in Oregon. His role involves managing the organization’s technological infrastructure and exploring the use of technology in assisting people with disabilities.
If you enjoy figuring out how things work, investigating new things, paying attention to details, experimenting to find the best way to do something, or exploring new technology, a career in STEM might be perfect for you. This pathway is ideal for those who are objective, inquisitive, methodical, detail-oriented, and mechanically inclined.
Career Planning
Here are three careers in high demand right now in Oregon.
Education: Associate's Degree
Annual Average Wage: $53,227
Duties: Also referred to as Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians or listed as Quality Control Assurance Technicians.
Why it's in demand: With the growing need for scientific research and development, there is a steady demand for skilled science technicians who can support various scientific projects.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree to Master’s Degree
Annual Average Wage: $104,726
Duties: Design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes.
Why it's in demand: With the ongoing need for efficient production processes, industrial engineers play a crucial role in optimizing manufacturing operations.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Annual Average Wage: $80,000
Duties: Interpret data and turn it into information that can offer ways to improve a business, thus affecting business decisions.
Why it's in demand: With the rise of big data, companies require skilled data analysts to make data-driven decisions and strategies.
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