Careers · Physical Scientists, All Other · California
Physical Scientists, All Other in California
Physical scientists not classified in other categories conduct research and analysis in specialized areas of physical science. They work in laboratories, research facilities, universities, and government agencies, designing experiments, collecting data, and publishing findings In California the median pay is $130,610 a year, 7% above the national median of $122,570.
$130,610median pay in California, per year
$106,480–$171,270middle half earn
2,320employed in California
$122,570U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in California
1open role like this on employer career sites, 1 in California or remote
1employer hiring
0posted in the last 7 days
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Openings in California and remote
- Physical Scientist - Direct Hire Authority · National Park Service · Orick, California · $35.78–$46.52
- SUPERVISORY INTERDISCIPLINARY LIFE SCIENTIST/ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER/PHYSICAL SCIENTIST · Naval Air Systems Command · Naval Air Station San Diego, California · $121585–$158062
- Physical Scientist · National Park Service · Orick, California · $29.57–$46.52
- Physical Scientist · Bureau of Reclamation · Sacramento, California · $82780–$107620
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What it takes
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Physical Scientists, All Other.
Licenses and training in California
Physical Scientists, All Other pay in other states
District of Columbia · $156,730Minnesota · $147,890North Dakota · $147,650Maryland · $141,290South Carolina · $141,130Massachusetts · $138,380Georgia · $137,680Alabama · $135,350Pennsylvania · $134,780Colorado · $134,440
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O*NET-SOC 19-2099.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, California, annual.