Mathematical skills
Physicists & Meteorologists perform complex calculations involving calculus, geometry, algebra, and other areas of mathematics. They must possess good mathematical skills so as to express their research in mathematical terms.
Physicists & Meteorologists
Descriptions & Duties
- Physicists & Meteorologists observe, research and interpret physical and astronomical phenomena to develop theories and increase basic scientific knowledge of human being on the basis of observation and experiments. Physicists apply physical laws and theories to practical problems. Meteorologists study weather and climate, and investigate atmospheric phenomena.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally 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:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
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:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Trade Specific Competencies
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- A Ph.D. degree in physics, astronomy, or related field, especially for jobs that work on basic research, or at independent research positions in industry
Experience
- Many PhD degree holders of physicists and meteorologists begin their careers in postdoctoral research position for 2 to 3 years
Career Path & Salary
Government Sector
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 27-44
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 45-49
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 27-44
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 45-49
*For more details on Civil Service Pay Scales, please visit website of the Civil Service Bureau.
http://www.csb.gov.hk/english/admin/pay/952.html
Work Environment
- Physicists & Meteorologists usually work in offices or universities.
Tools
- Force or torque sensors - Vernier force sensors
- Frequency analysers - Analog frequency analysers; Portable fast Fourier transform FFT analysers; Spectrum analysers; Two-channel fast Fourier transform FFT analysers
- Frequency calibrator or simulator - Two-channel dynamic signal analysers
- Frequency counters or timer or dividers - Photon counting systems
- Galvanometers - Galvanostats
- Infrared spectrometers - Fourier transform infrared FTIR spectrometers
- Interferometers - Mickelson interferometers; Microwave interferometers
- Interferometers - Optical interferometers
- Ionization chambers - Electron beam ion traps EBIT
- Laser beam analysers - Laser power meters
- Monochromators - Double monochromators; Grating monochromators; Scanning monochromators
- Nuclear magnetic resonance NMR spectrometers - Nuclear magnetic resonance NMR spectroscopes
- Optical beamsplitters - Optical beamsplitting devices
- Optical breadboards - Optical tables
- Optical choppers
- Oscilloscopes - Digital oscilloscopes
- Pneumatic vacuum equipment - Vacuum stations
- Roughness measuring instruments - Surface profilometers
- Transmission electron microscopes - Transmission electron microscopes TEM
