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Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers

What They Do: Define, plan, or execute biofuels/biodiesel research programs that evaluate alternative feedstock and process technologies with near-term commercial potential.

Also Called: Analytical Research Program ManagerBiodiesel Division ManagerBiofuels ManagerBusiness Development and New Technology ManagerLaboratory Manager (Lab Manager)Project Development Director

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Work Activities

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Working with ComputersUsing computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Making Decisions and Solving ProblemsAnalyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Analyzing Data or InformationIdentifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Getting InformationObserving, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Processing InformationCompiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesProviding information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Developing and Building TeamsEncouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsMonitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Updating and Using Relevant KnowledgeKeeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Developing Objectives and StrategiesEstablishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.