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21109 - Other Professional Occupations in Physical Sciences

Broad Occupation Category

2 - Natural and applied sciences and related occupations.

TEER

1 - Occupations usually require a university degree.

Major Group

21 - Professional occupations in natural and applied sciences.

Sub-major Group

211 - Professional occupations in natural sciences.

Minor Group

2110 - Physical science professionals.

Main Duties

Other Professional Occupations in Physical Sciences perform some or all of the following duties:

  • Research metal and alloy properties and production methods
  • Study soil composition, distribution, and evolution
  • Investigate ceramics, composites, and advanced materials
  • Conduct space missions and scientific experiments
  • Maintain spacecraft and orbital equipment
  • Install and retrieve satellites

Employment Requirements

These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:

  • A bachelor's degree in metallurgy, physics, chemistry, or a related science is usually required.
  • A master's or doctoral degree may be required for many research roles.
  • Advanced professional licences or applied-science degrees may be required for some occupations.
  • Extensive laboratory or field experience is typically required.
  • Many employers offer pension plans, medical and dental coverage, life insurance, paid leave, and employer contributions to pension and employment insurance programs.

Other Professional Occupations in Physical Sciences Salary Prospects

Community/AreaCanada
Low ($/hour)27.35
Median ($/hour)44.62
High ($/hour)65.80
Community/AreaAlberta
Low ($/hour)33.42
Median ($/hour)51.79
High ($/hour)69.73
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Community/AreaNorthwest Territories
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Community/AreaNunavut
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Community/AreaOntario
Low ($/hour)33.17
Median ($/hour)46.92
High ($/hour)69.34
Community/AreaPrince Edward Island
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Community/AreaYukon Territory
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