Mathematician

Aliases: Maths Researcher

Industry/Sector(s): Education, Training and Research

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks a Mathematician is expected to perform include:

Solving mathematical problems by using known principles or by evolving new principles
Evaluating new techniques and applying mathematical principles
Developing new methods of analysis for solving various economic and scientific problems
Developing and improving the existing principles
Formulating own mathematical tools and ways for application to abstract theoretical problems
Working on problems of mathematical nature in other branches of science such as mechanics, hydrodynamics, communication, power transmission, thermodynamics, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2}

It is a desk job
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs may be available
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Organizations usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from organization to organization
Shift system may be available
Overtime may be required

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ⁴

Preferably, B.Sc. in mathematics

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

In-depth knowledge of all mathematical principles
Skilled in applying mathematical principles to the required problems
Skilled in evolving new principles to solve problems
Skilled in evaluating new techniques evolved by other researchers
Proficient in analysing solutions of various economic and scientific problems
Skilled in carrying out research activities
Proficient in formulating mathematical tools

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Focused
Hard-working

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

Colleges providing B.Sc. in mathematics across India

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

For scholarship and schemes, use further links like:

https://scholarships.gov.in/

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

https://targetstudy.com/courses/bsc-mathematics.html

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ⁵

Intern → Mathematician → Senior Mathematician → Head of the Department

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ³

For new entrants - Rs 39,000 to Rs 55,000 per month
For candidates with experience - Rs 55,000 to Rs 65,000 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ⁴

Some organizations hire new entrants too

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ^{1, 4}

Universities/colleges
Government and private research centres

KEYWORDS

Mathematician

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	2120.0100	Mathematician
ISCO 2008	2120	Mathematicians, Actuaries and Statisticians
NIC 2008	72100	Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering
QP Reference	Not available	Not available
NSQF	Not available	Not available

REFERENCES

1	National Classification of Occupations Division 2
2	http://www.ccdisabilities.nic.in/page.php?s=reg&t=def&p=list_jobsNew
3	http://www.paycheck.in/main/salary/salary-checker-1?job-id=2120010000000#/
4	http://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/for-a-career-in-mathematics/article2747091.ece
5	http://dget.nic.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/publication/Des-Div-2.pdf

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