career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Food Science Technicians and Materials Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Food Science Technicians | Materials Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4013 | 19-2032 |
| title | Food Science Technicians | Materials Scientists |
| onet code | 19-4013.00 | 19-2032.00 |
| description | Work with food scientists or technologists to perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products. Includes technicians who assist in research and development of production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and use of foods. | 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. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 14,200 | 8,330 |
| a mean | 54,400 | 111,410 |
| a median | 49,430 | 104,160 |
| a pct10 | 37,760 | 61,460 |
| a pct25 | 43,990 | 79,980 |
| a pct75 | 60,940 | 134,140 |
| a pct90 | 75,100 | 168,500 |
| h mean | 26 | 53 |
| h median | 23 | 50 |
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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