(STEM) Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

Physicists

Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories.

Salary Breakdown

Physicists

Average

$132,450

ANNUAL

$63.68

HOURLY

Entry Level

$76,980

ANNUAL

$37.01

HOURLY


Projected Jobs

Physicists

190

Projected job openings through 2030


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Physicists

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Physicists

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Physicists


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Physicists

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

KNOWLEDGE

Physics

KNOWLEDGE

Mathematics

KNOWLEDGE

Engineering and Technology

KNOWLEDGE

Computers and Electronics

KNOWLEDGE

English Language

SKILL

Science

SKILL

Mathematics

SKILL

Reading Comprehension

SKILL

Critical Thinking

SKILL

Speaking

ABILITY

Mathematical Reasoning

ABILITY

Number Facility

ABILITY

Written Comprehension

ABILITY

Deductive Reasoning

ABILITY

Fluency of Ideas


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