Physical Scientists, All Other
All physical scientists not listed separately.
What it pays
Physical Scientists, All Other earn a median of $58.93/hr — about $122,500 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn $32.21/hr; the top 10% earn $93.84/hr. (Annual figures are approximate: hourly × 2,080.)
Physical Scientists, All Other earn a median of $58.93/hr — about $122,500 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn $32.21/hr; the top 10% earn $93.84/hr. (Annual figures are approximate: hourly × 2,080.)
What you'd actually do
- Manage or analyze data obtained from remote sensing systems to obtain meaningful results.
- Analyze data acquired from aircraft, satellites, or ground-based platforms, using statistical analysis software, image analysis software, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
- Integrate other geospatial data sources into projects.
- Organize and maintain geospatial data and associated documentation.
- Compile and format image data to increase its usefulness.
- Prepare or deliver reports or presentations of geospatial project information.
How you get there
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Overall preparation: considerable preparation (Job Zone 4 of 5).
The feel of the work
Much of the day is spent working solo; precision matters — small details carry weight. (Compared against the other 818 careers in the guide.)
Working for yourself
About 17.5% of physical scientists, all other are self-employed.
Who it tends to fit
This work tends to fit people who are analytical, organized and detail-focused and hands-on.
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Quick questions
- How much does a physical scientists, all other make?
- The median pay is $58.93 per hour — roughly $122,500 a year, with the real range running from about $32.21/hr (10th percentile) to $93.84/hr (90th percentile). Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Do you need a degree to be a physical scientists, all other?
- The typical entry-level education is: Bachelor's degree. Overall preparation level: considerable preparation (Job Zone 4 of 5).
- What does a physical scientists, all other actually do all day?
- Manage or analyze data obtained from remote sensing systems to obtain meaningful results. Analyze data acquired from aircraft, satellites, or ground-based platforms, using statistical analysis software, image analysis software, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Integrate other geospatial data sources into projects.
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