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Physicists: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories.

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This source lists 16 tasks, including 11 marked Core and 5 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2026.

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Core · Task 10905 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Analyze data from research conducted to detect and measure physical phenomena.

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Core · Task 10906 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Report experimental results by writing papers for scientific journals or by presenting information at scientific conferences.

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Core · Task 10903 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Perform complex calculations as part of the analysis and evaluation of data, using computers.

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Core · Task 10904 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Describe and express observations and conclusions in mathematical terms.

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Core · Task 10908 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Collaborate with other scientists in the design, development, and testing of experimental, industrial, or medical equipment, instrumentation, and procedures.

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Core · Task 10910 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Observe the structure and properties of matter, and the transformation and propagation of energy, using equipment such as masers, lasers, and telescopes, to explore and identify the basic principles governing these phenomena.

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Core · Task 21174 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Write research proposals to receive funding.

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Core · Task 10907 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Design computer simulations to model physical data so that it can be better understood.

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Core · Task 10912 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Teach physics to students.

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Core · Task 10911 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Develop theories and laws on the basis of observation and experiments, and apply these theories and laws to problems in areas such as nuclear energy, optics, and aerospace technology.

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Core · Task 24021 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Perform peer reviews of scientific papers.

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Supplemental · Task 10914 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Conduct application evaluations and analyze results to determine commercial, industrial, scientific, medical, military, or other uses for electro-optical devices.

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Supplemental · Task 10913 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Develop manufacturing, assembly, and fabrication processes of lasers, masers, infrared, and other light-emitting and light-sensitive devices.

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Supplemental · Task 10917 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Advise authorities of procedures to be followed in radiation incidents or hazards, and assist in civil defense planning.

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Supplemental · Task 10916 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Conduct research pertaining to potential environmental impacts of atomic energy-related industrial development to determine licensing qualifications.

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Supplemental · Task 10915 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Develop standards of permissible concentrations of radioisotopes in liquids and gases.

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