Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
microbiologist
ESCO occupation · 19 essential, 30 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
perform scientific research
clinical cytology
pathogenic microorganisms
virology
detect microorganisms
gather experimental data
collect samples for analysis
conduct research on fauna
scientific research methodology
conduct research on flora
molecular biology
send biological samples to laboratory
medical genetics
biology
collect biological data
biotechnology
microbiology-bacteriology
apply scientific methods
botany
Optional & specialised skills
parasitology
biological chemistry
develop pharmaceutical drugs
analyse cell cultures
communicable diseases
develop new food products
production processes
helminthology
contribute to registration of pharmaceutical products
perform laboratory tests
toxicology
perform lectures
histology
assess environmental impact
prepare compliance documents
write scientific papers
write research proposals
pharmaceutical chemistry
develop bioremediation techniques
advise on legislative acts
laboratory techniques
pharmaceutical industry
develop scientific research protocols
develop vaccines
supervise laboratory operations
immunology
recommend product improvements
control production
provide specialist pharmaceutical advice
assist in clinical trials
Other matches: specialised veterinarian
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.