skilled in science

10:31 Mar 19, 2015 

I think that the Client is correct in thinking that "skilled in science" is wrong, because science is far too broad and abstract and encompasses aspects that the word "skill" cannot be applied to. However, s/he is mistaken in imagining that "skills" in English are simply manual. It is absolutely normal to refer to "science and technology skills". These skills include ways of thinking and approaching problems, ability to conduct experiments, use lab equipment etc.

09:30 Mar 19, 2015 

The client is not happy with the combination of 'skills' and 'science' believing that skills in English refer to something less refined as it were, something more basic (manual skills, movement etc.). I don't agree and this discussion seems to be proving me right :) I am really thankfull for all contributions.

08:08 Mar 19, 2015 

"(strong) scientific background" would do just fine here IMO, unless of course you don't accept assistance from non-native speakers ;)

08:07 Mar 19, 2015 

I agree with Jack, but if the client prefers something other than skilled, you could, as you already wrote, just use "with competence in science and technology" or something along those lines. That's my 2 cents as a non-native...