Scientific Research and Development Services
This industry group comprises establishments engaged in conducting original investigation undertaken on a systematic basis to gain new knowledge (research) and/or the application of research findings or other scientific knowledge for the creation of new or significantly improved products or processes (experimental development). Techniques may include modeling and simulation. The industries within this industry group are defined on the basis of the domain of research; that is, on the scientific expertise of the establishment.
Top Careers in this Sector
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
19-0000
Management Occupations
11-0000
Computer and Mathematical Occupations
15-0000
Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-0000
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-0000
Computer Occupations
15-1200
Life Scientists
19-1000
Business Operations Specialists
13-1000
Engineers
17-2000
Other Management Occupations
11-9000
Software and Web Developers, Programmers, and Testers
15-1250
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
43-0000
Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians
19-4000
Medical Scientists
19-1040
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists
19-1042
Software Developers
15-1252
Operations Specialties Managers
11-3000
Biological Scientists
19-1020
Natural Sciences Managers
11-9120
Natural Sciences Managers
11-9121
Industry Snapshot
Avg Salary
$122,438
Growth Rate
+5.05%
Active Roles
654