NOC 2021 · 41400 · TEER 1

NOC 41400: Natural and applied science policy researchers, consultants and program officers

NOC 41400 is a TEER 1 occupation. It counts as skilled work for Express Entry under FSW and CEC. It is not on any 2026 category list, so candidates compete in general and program rounds.

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Natural and applied science policy researchers, consultants and program officers conduct research, prepare reports, provide consultation and advice and administer programs in a variety of areas related to the natural and applied sciences. They are employed by federal, provincial and municipal governments, computer and office furniture manufacturers, educational institutions, research organizations, consulting firms, environmental and conservation organizations, or they may be self-employed.

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Job titles filed under this code

Official example titles

certified ergonomist
emergency management analyst
emergency preparedness planner
energy policy analyst
environmental impact analyst
environmental issues lobbyist
environmental program development supervisor
ergonomics specialist
fisheries analyst
industrial hygienist
natural and applied sciences program officer
natural resources policy analyst
occupational hygienist
recycling program coordinator
scientific consultant
technology transfer officer
transportation safety analyst

Also included: environmental education consultant; patent agent; patent searcher

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Not this code

Close occupations that have their own code

Architecture and science managers → 20011
Chemical engineers → 21320
Civil and mechanical engineers (See 2130 Civil and mechanical engineers)
Electrical and electronics engineers → 21310
Health policy researchers, consultants and program officers → 41404
Life science professionals (See 2111 Life science professionals)
Other engineers (See 2139 Other engineers)
Patent lawyer → 41101 Lawyers and Quebec notaries
Physical science professionals (See 2110 Physical science professionals)

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

Ergonomists or human factors specialists

Conduct research and advise on, and intervene in the physical, social and psychological interrelationships between persons, their equipment and working or living environments to ensure that the design, configuration and use of equipment, procedures and environmental conditions maximize safety, productivity and comfort.

Occupational or industrial hygienists

Study, evaluate and control physical, chemical and biological hazards and stresses in the workplace.

Report and document investigations and conclusions

Suggest changes to work environments and processes
Provide information to workers and managers or employers on methods to reduce the risk of injury or illness from specific occupational hazards
May teach safe work procedures, participate in emergency response planning, testify at hearings and report findings at scientific conferences or in scientific journals.

Patent agents

Advise clients on elements of patent law and on the patentability of inventions
Conduct patent searches
Prepare patent applications
Represent clients before the patent office.

Technology transfer officers

Transfer and integrate new technologies, usually from university or government research and development environments, to commercial and industrial applications and ensure the protection of intellectual property of researchers and developers.

Science policy and program officers

Conduct research and advise on policies or develop or administer programs related to transportation, emergency preparedness, communications, natural resources, agriculture, the environment, traditional and alternative energy technologies, land use, recycling and other scientific fields
Promote public awareness and education on issues such as utilization of natural resources, the environment, and reprocessing and reduction of waste.

What this code means for Express Entry

FSWAccepted

TEER 0–3 work counts toward the Federal Skilled Worker Program.

CECAccepted

One year of this work in Canada can qualify for the Canadian Experience Class.

FSTNot accepted

Not in a Federal Skilled Trades group.

This code is not on any 2026 category list. Candidates compete in general rounds and in program rounds such as Canadian Experience Class rounds. See recent rounds →

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Employment requirements

A bachelor's degree or college diploma in a related scientific or technical discipline is usually required for occupations in this unit group.
A master's degree in a related scientific discipline may be required.
Certification through the Canadian College of Certified Professional Ergonomists is required to use the title "Canadian Certified Professional Ergonomist (CCPE)". Membership with the Association of Canadian Ergonomists may be required.
Occupational hygienists may require certification by the Canadian Registration Board of Occupational Hygienists.
Patent agents require 12 months of work experience in the patent field and successful completion of examinations set by the Commissioner of Patents. They may also be required to be listed in the register of patent agents.
Occupations in this group that are involved in green building design and technologies development may require the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification offered by the Canadian Green Building Council.

Good to know

Progression to supervisory or managerial positions in these fields is possible with experience.

Codes in the same group

NOC	Occupation	TEER
41401	Economists and economic policy researchers and analysts	1
41402	Business development officers and market researchers and analysts	1
41403	Social policy researchers, consultants and program officers	1
41404	Health policy researchers, consultants and program officers	1
41405	Education policy researchers, consultants and program officers	1
41406	Recreation, sports and fitness policy researchers, consultants and program officers	1
41407	Program officers unique to government	1
41409	Other professional occupations in social science	1