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Physical Scientists, All Other

Science ยท All physical scientists not listed separately.

This profile is intended as career exploration guidance based on federal labor data. Actual job requirements, salaries, and opportunities vary by employer and location.

Entry Salary

$47โ€“57k

First 1โ€“2 years

Peak Salary

$62โ€“73k

10+ years experience

Job Outlook

+0.6% ยท Slower than average

Projected growth of 0.6% from 2024 to 2034; about 2 openings projected per year.

Time to Start

2โ€“4 years

College degree typical

Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2024. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, employer, and specialization.

๐Ÿ“ˆ Career Ladder

1

Research Assistant

$41โ€“52k0โ€“1 year
2

Physical Scientists, All Other

$52โ€“62k1โ€“4 years
3

Experienced Physical Scientists, All Other

$62โ€“75k3โ€“6 years
4

Senior Physical Scientists, All Other

$75โ€“73k7โ€“12 years
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Research Director / Chief Scientist

$73k+12+ years

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