Summary
Quick Facts: Natural Sciences Managers | |
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$116,020 per year
$55.78 per hour |
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Bachelor’s degree | |
More than 5 years | |
None | |
49,300 | |
8% (Slower than average) | |
3,800 |
What Natural Sciences Managers Do
Natural sciences managers supervise the work of scientists, including chemists, physicists, and biologists. They direct research and development projects and coordinate activities such as testing, quality control, and production.
Work Environment
Natural sciences managers spend most of their time in offices, but they also may spend time in laboratories. Most natural sciences managers work full time.
How to Become a Natural Sciences Manager
Natural sciences managers need at least a bachelor’s degree in a natural science or a related field. Most natural sciences managers work as scientists before becoming managers.
Pay
The median annual wage of natural sciences managers was $116,020 in May 2010.
Job Outlook
Employment of natural sciences managers is projected to grow by 8 percent from 2010 to 2020, slower than the average for all occupations.
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