Materials Scientist is a All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing job with over 253 current openings filled by a Perm employee. Most Materials Scientists are hired by companies in the Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing industry. The average Perm Materials Scientists job lasts 35 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing | 22 | $75,738 |
| Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools | 14 | $50,486 |
| Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences | 12 | $79,227 |
| Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing | 10 | $95,890 |
| Scientific Research and Development Services | 9 | $88,287 |
| Computer Storage Device Manufacturing | 9 | $108,967 |
| Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing | 9 | $106,552 |
| Testing Laboratories and Services | 8 | $87,638 |
| Engineering Services | 7 | $78,719 |
| Adhesive Manufacturing | 6 | $98,838 |