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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.



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$106.1k

Annual median Salary

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Education

Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.


62%

Bachelor's degree

14%

Doctoral degree

10%

Master's degree

Careers

Typical Job Titles

Materials Research Engineer

Materials Scientist

Research Scientist

Scientist

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