Materials Scientist is a Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences job with over 6,092 current openings filled by an H1B employee. Most Materials Scientists are hired by companies in the Battery Manufacturing industry. The average H1B Materials Scientists job lasts 915 days.
Research and study the structures and chemical properties of various natural and synthetic or composite materials, including metals, alloys, rubber, ceramics, semiconductors, polymers, and glass. Determine ways to strengthen or combine materials or develop new materials with new or specific properties for use in a variety of products and applications. Includes glass scientists, ceramic scientists, metallurgical scientists, and polymer scientists.
| Industry | Jobs | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Manufacturing | 38 | $93,466 |
| Industrial Gas Manufacturing | 36 | $85,735 |
| Basic Chemical Manufacturing | 34 | $81,819 |
| Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing | 33 | $100,879 |
| Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing | 31 | $73,578 |
| Research and Development in Nanotechnology | 30 | $89,026 |
| Custom Computer Programming Services | 30 | $78,365 |
| Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing | 29 | $83,228 |
| Electronic Connector Manufacturing | 29 | $100,729 |
| Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services | 28 | $68,392 |