career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Physicists and Project Management Specialists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Physicists | Project Management Specialists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-2012 | 13-1082 |
| title | Physicists | Project Management Specialists |
| onet code | 19-2012.00 | 13-1082.00 |
| description | Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories. | Analyze and coordinate the schedule, timeline, procurement, staffing, and budget of a product or service on a per project basis. Lead and guide the work of technical staff. May serve as a point of contact for the client or customer. |
| job zone | 5 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 13 |
| tot emp | 21,340 | 1,006,160 |
| a mean | 166,000 | 108,100 |
| a median | 166,290 | 100,750 |
| a pct10 | 80,020 | 59,830 |
| a pct25 | 117,450 | 76,950 |
| a pct75 | 210,260 | 131,660 |
| a pct90 | N/A | 165,790 |
| h mean | 79 | 51 |
| h median | 79 | 48 |
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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