Developing the tools and
technologies of tomorrow…
requires hard work today.
Computer and information research scientists
invent new approaches to computing
technology and improve the
use of existing technology.
They study complex computing problems,
and are often at the forefront of
solving them for business, science,
medicine, and other fields.
These research scientists build algorithms,
or sets of instructions that
tell a computer what to do.
They may use an algorithm to
develop a new computing language,
create programs to control robots,
and simplify the ways people
interact with computers.
Their work often leads to
technological advancements,
such as better networking technology,
faster computing speeds,
and improved information security.
In general, computer and information
research scientists work at a
more theoretical level than
other computer professionals.
Computer and information research scientists
work for the federal government,
computer systems design firms,
research and development departments,
and for colleges and universities.
Most positions are full time.
Most computer and information
research scientists need a need a
master’s degree in computer science or a
related field, such as computer engineering.
For federal government jobs,
a bachelor’s degree may be sufficient.