Analytical Skills and Creativity Ability
Research and Product Development Officers must be creative with analytical skills.
Research and Product Development Officers
Descriptions & Duties
- Research and Development Officers evaluate current production workflow and develop process improvement opportunities. They involve in new product development, follow the production process closely, keep track and apply the new technology in the production process. They also provide technical support to production, marketing, and purchasing business units.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Trade Specific Competencies
Research and Product Development Knowledge and Skills
Research and Product Development Officers must be able to evaluate the new ideas objectively from the market and financial standpoint.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
Higher diploma in research and product development, or equivalent
Experience
3 to 6 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $15,000-$20,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$30,000
Monthly Salary $30,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $50,000-$80,000
Related Education & Training
Work Environment
- Research and Product Development Officers work in an office environment with occasional travel.
