Data scientists
Find the story hidden inside data.
$112,590/yrBachelor’s common⇧ Strong
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Computer Scientist
Computer Scientists conduct research to advance the theory and application of computing.
Typical pay
$132,000/yr
Education
Associate/Bachelor's common | Certifications (CompTIA, AWS, Azure) highly valued | On-t…
Outlook
⇧ Strong
Why this matters in Technology
Data and AI power the products of the future.
What you’d actually do
Research new algorithms and data structures, publish academic papers, develop prototype systems, collaborate with industry partners, teach and mentor students, review peer research, and apply computational theory to real-world problems.
What can I do right now?
- Tech clubs, Home lab projects, Certification study groups, Volunteer IT support
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