Physical Scientists

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Physical Scientists

What they do

All physical scientists not listed separately.

$59,590
Starting Salary (2023)
$112,280
Median Salary (2023)
2.1%
Projected Job Growth
20,820
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

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What kind of work is this?

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What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Integrity
Achievement/Effort
Persistence
Adaptability/Flexibility

What key skills are needed for this job?

Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Science
Active Listening
Writing
Speaking

Expected Knowledge

Geography
Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Common Activities

Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Processing Information
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

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