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
collect biological data
conduct research on fauna
conduct research on flora
scientific research methodology
perform scientific research
biotechnology
medical genetics
pathogenic microorganisms
microbiology-bacteriology
collect samples for analysis
apply scientific methods
molecular biology
virology
biology
gather experimental data
send biological samples to laboratory
botany
detect microorganisms
clinical cytology
Optional & specialised skills
production processes
pharmaceutical chemistry
communicable diseases
perform laboratory tests
develop bioremediation techniques
immunology
develop vaccines
pharmaceutical industry
develop pharmaceutical drugs
write research proposals
supervise laboratory operations
control production
histology
write scientific papers
biological chemistry
analyse cell cultures
develop scientific research protocols
recommend product improvements
develop new food products
assess environmental impact
contribute to registration of pharmaceutical products
helminthology
provide specialist pharmaceutical advice
advise on legislative acts
prepare compliance documents
parasitology
assist in clinical trials
perform lectures
toxicology
laboratory techniques
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.