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Physicists

 

Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories. Excludes “Biochemists and Biophysicists” (19-1021). 

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Growth Rate Click for more information on Growth rate 3.8%
Openings Per Year Click for more information on Employment outlook 108
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Median Hourly Click for more information on Median Hourly Wage $52 per hour
Average Annual Click for more information on Average Wage $117,800 per year
Education Needed Click for more information on Education needed Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree). 
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