career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Chemists and General and Operations Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Chemists | General and Operations Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-2031 | 11-1021 |
| title | Chemists | General and Operations Managers |
| onet code | 19-2031.00 | 11-1021.00 |
| description | Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge. | Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 11 |
| tot emp | 83,250 | 3,584,420 |
| a mean | 95,940 | 133,120 |
| a median | 84,150 | 102,950 |
| a pct10 | 53,210 | 47,420 |
| a pct25 | 63,930 | 67,160 |
| a pct75 | 120,210 | 164,130 |
| a pct90 | 154,430 | N/A |
| h mean | 46 | 64 |
| h median | 40 | 49 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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