$64,530($31.02/hr)
Bachelor's degree
-
Environmental Scientists and Specialists use their knowledge of the natural sciences to protect the environment and human health. They may clean up polluted areas, advise policymakers, or work with industry to reduce waste.
$121,970 ($58.64/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Data scientists use analytical tools and techniques to extract meaningful insights from data.
$96,450 ($46.37/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Operations Research Analysts use mathematics and logic to help organizations make informed decisions and solve problems.
$83,470 ($40.13/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers combine engineering principles with sciences to design and create equipment, devices, computer systems, and software.
$98,510 ($47.36/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Chemical Engineers apply the principles of chemistry, biology, physics, and math to solve problems that involve the production or use of chemicals, fuel, drugs, food, and many other products. They design processes and equipment for large-scale manufacturing, plan and test production methods and byproducts treatment, and direct facility operations.
$82,040 ($39.44/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Microbiologists study microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, algae, fungi, and some types of parasites. They try to understand how these organisms live, grow, and interact with their environments.
$86,390 ($41.53/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Industrial Engineers find ways to eliminate wastefulness in production processes. They devise efficient systems that integrate workers, machines, materials, information, and energy to make a product or provide a service.
$73,000 ($35.10/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Soil and Plant Scientists conduct research in breeding, physiology, production, yield, and management of crops, trees, shrubs, and nursery stock. They study the chemical composition of soils as they relate to plant or crop growth.
$160,000 ($76.92/hr)
Bachelor's degree
5 years or more
Natural Sciences Managers supervise the work of scientists, including chemists, physicists, and biologists. They direct activities related to research and development, and coordinate activities such as testing, quality control, and production.
$81,230 ($39.05/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Civil Engineers conceive, design, build, supervise, operate, construct and maintain infrastructure projects and systems in the public and private sector, including roads, buildings, airports, tunnels, dams, bridges, and systems for water supply and sewage treatment. Many civil engineers work in planning, design, construction, research, and education.
$103,080 ($49.56/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Atmospheric and Space Scientists study the weather and climate. They may compile data, prepare reports and forecasts, and assist in developing new data collection instruments.
$106,440 ($51.17/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Financial Risk Specialists analyze and measure exposure to credit and market risk threatening the assets, earning capacity, or economic state of an organization. May make recommendations to limit risk.
$78,210 ($37.60/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Geoscientists study the physical aspects of the Earth, such as its composition, structure, and processes, to learn about its past and present and to predict future events.
$93,470 ($44.94/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Environmental Engineers use the principles of engineering, soil science, biology, and chemistry to develop solutions to environmental problems. They work to improve recycling, waste disposal, public health, and water and air pollution control. They also address global issues, such as unsafe drinking water, climate change, and environmental sustainability.
$82,690 ($39.76/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Biological Scientists study and conduct research and analysis on living organisms. This category includes all biological scientists not contained somewhere else.
$75,390 ($36.24/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Chemists research and analyze the chemical properties of substances to develop new materials, products, or knowledge.
$118,830 ($57.13/hr)
Bachelor's degree
Less than 5 years
Managers supervise and coordinate a team of workers. This category includes all managers not contained somewhere else.
$136,430 ($65.59/hr)
Bachelor's degree
5 years or more
Architectural and Engineering Managers plan, direct, and coordinate activities in the fields of architecture and engineering.
$79,920 ($38.42/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Social Scientists and Related Workers study and conduct research and analysis on relationships between individuals, and how society works. This category includes all social scientists not contained somewhere else.
$103,780 ($49.90/hr)
Bachelor's degree
5 years or more
Industrial Production Managers oversee the operations of manufacturing and related plants. They coordinate, plan, and direct activities involved in creating a range of goods, such as cars, computer equipment, and paper products.
$74,530 ($35.83/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists collect data on, analyze, and design improvements to many types of work environments and procedures. They inspect workplaces and enforce adherence to regulations on safety, health, and the environment.
$104,670 ($50.32/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Health and Safety Engineers develop procedures and design systems to protect people from illness and injury and property from damage. They combine knowledge of engineering and of health and safety to make sure that chemicals, machinery, software, furniture, and other products will not cause harm to people or damage to property.
$102,620 ($49.34/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Engineers are professionals that use math and science to solve technical problems. This normally includes creating, improving, or repairing systems or products. This category includes all engineers not contained somewhere else.
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Bachelor's degree
5 years or more
Chief Executives plan strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals. They coordinate and direct work activities of companies and organizations.
$116,600 ($56.06/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Nuclear Engineers research and develop projects or address problems concerning the release, control, and use of nuclear energy and nuclear waste disposal. Some of these engineers research new reactor designs. Others may specialize in the development of safety regulations related to the handling of nuclear materials or operation of nuclear power.
$104,470 ($50.22/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Nuclear Technicians typically work in nuclear energy production or assist physicists, engineers, and other professionals in nuclear research. They operate special equipment used in these activities and monitor the levels of radiation that are produced.
