Materials Scientist is a Scientific Research and Development Services job with over 6,092 current openings filled by an H1B employee. Most Materials Scientists are hired by companies in the Nitrogenous Fertilizer 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nitrogenous Fertilizer Manufacturing | 1 | $91,894 |
| Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing | 1 | $82,784 |
| Motor Vehicle Brake System Manufacturing | 1 | $57,741 |
| Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers | 1 | $91,437 |
| Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing | 1 | $52,874 |
| Materials Recovery Facilities | 1 | $55,494 |
| Management Consulting Services | 1 | $80,725 |
| Major Household Appliance Manufacturing | 1 | $65,104 |
| Laminated Plastics Plate, Sheet (except Packaging), and Shape Manufacturing | 1 | $125,715 |
| Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel | 1 | $53,664 |