Materials Scientist is a Testing Laboratories and Services job with over 253 current openings filled by a Perm employee. Most Materials Scientists are hired by companies in the Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers | 3 | $81,744 |
| Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing | 3 | $97,414 |
| Mineral Wool Manufacturing | 3 | $76,891 |
| Paint and Coating Manufacturing | 3 | $69,645 |
| All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing | 3 | $98,093 |
| Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services | 3 | $89,454 |
| Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing | 3 | $74,332 |
| Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing | 3 | $95,486 |
| Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing | 3 | $58,441 |
| Surface Active Agent Manufacturing | 2 | $99,892 |