The Science scale measures one’s values surrounding the quest for knowledge, research, technology, and data. Those that score higher will tend to enjoy engaging in problem solving, and likely enjoy working in environments that encourage curiosity, analytical thinking, and objective decision-making. On the other hand, those scoring lower will tend to be less interested in science and technology, and may instead prefer an intuitive approach to problem solving. Below is more detail around the specific item themes as they relate to the Science scale.

Lifestyles

Individuals scoring higher on Lifestyles likely organise their lives around science, technology, and analytical thinking. These people may spend their time reading about the latest science or technological breakthrough. Similarly, they may spend their free time solving puzzles or exploring their environment to understand how something works. On the other hand, those scoring lower may spend their spare time with less mentally stimulating activities, and may not demonstrate as strong an interest in staying current on the latest technology.

Beliefs

Those scoring higher on Beliefs likely have a worldview that science and research are of the utmost importance to the advancement of civilisation. Those scoring lower, however, likely do not share the same worldview. These people may downplay the importance of science and research, instead preferring intuition and subjectivity.

Occupational Preferences

When people score higher on Occupational Preferences, we can infer that they would enjoy working in jobs that allow them the opportunity to conduct research. They may also enjoy work that offers technical challenges. Some example careers or job titles include mechanics, engineers, and scientists. On the other hand, lower scorers may not be as motivated in jobs that require research and scientific problem solving. Instead, these people may prefer jobs that involve working with people versus technology.

Aversions

People scoring higher on Aversions may tend to become annoyed in situations or around people that disregard data and facts when solving problems or making decisions. These same people may also express frustration when people demonstrate a lack of scientific knowledge. Those scoring lower however will likely be more tolerant of people that lack knowledge of scientific data and facts.

Preferred Associates

Higher scorers on Preferred Associates will tend to surround themselves with people that enjoy science and incorporate data in their decision-making process. They are also likely to enjoy interacting with people that stay current on the latest science and technology. On the other hand, lower scorers are less likely to spend their time with science-oriented individuals, and may instead prefer being around people that show interest in the humanities, such as art and literature.