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Occupational Report
for Physicists (19-2012)
, Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description
Conduct research into the phases of physical phenomena, develop theories and laws on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply laws and theories to industry and other fields.
Employment Outlook
for Physicists
| Statewide Employment Analysis |
2008 employment is estimated to be much smaller than the regional average. This occupation is expected to grow at a somewhat faster rate than the regional average. Total job openings are projected to be somewhat lower than the regional average.Limited employment opportunities exist for trained workers. |
Data Sources and Limitations
Current Employment Department Job Openings
for Physicists
There are no openings for this occupation.
Job Openings from the Web
for Physicists
The following job openings have been automatically extracted from various sites across the Web.
These links are provided as supplemental resources. However, the Employment Department cannot
validate these openings nor endorse any of these external sites. Some of these jobs may no
longer be open. In some cases, a single opening may be posted on multiple sites.
There are 2 current openings for this occupation.
Openings 1 through 2
are listed below.
State of Oregon License Information
for Physicists
No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Wages
for Physicists
| Region |
---------------- 2010 Wages ---------------- |
| Percentiles (hourly wages) |
Avg
Hourly
($/hr) |
Avg
Annual |
| 10th |
25th |
50th
(median) |
75th |
90th |
| Oregon Statewide |
$18.71 |
$33.72 |
$52.88 |
$63.90 |
NA
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$51.99 |
$108,136 |
| Benton / Lincoln / Linn |
25.43 |
33.47 |
49.35 |
54.43 |
71.36
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46.17 |
96,029 |
Data Sources and Limitations
Industries of Employment
for Physicists
Educational Requirements
for Physicists
Workers must have a master's degree to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with a doctorate degree have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
Skills
for Physicists
- Analyze Theoretical, Observational And Experimental Data
- Apply Basic Physics
- Apply Emergency Management Principles
- Apply Linear Algebra
- Apply Mathematical Principles To Identify, Analyze And Solve Problems
- Apply Mathematical Principles To New Technology Creation
- Apply Mathematical Principles To Theoretical Research
- Apply Mathematics To Statistical Modeling
- Apply Meteorology Principles
- Apply Principles And Theories Of Physics
- Apply Research Methodology To Science Or Engineering
- Apply Statistical Methods
- Compile Data
- Conduct Field Research
- Conduct Investigations And Research
- Conduct Laboratory Research
- Conduct Nuclear Research
- Design Tables Depicting Data
- Develop And Revise Databases
- Follow Hazardous Materials Specifications
- Follow Safety Procedures
- Make Presentations
- Operate High Energy Linear Accelerator
- Prepare Reports In Timely Manner
- Present Technical Papers And Research Results
- Research Work-Related Topics Using Library Resources
- Understand, Use, And Communicate Technical Information
- Use Algebra
- Use Calculus
- Use Fission Energy
- Use Geometry
- Use Graphic Design Software To Model Chemical And Molecular Structures
- Use Molecular Design Principles
- Use Nuclear Fuel Cycle
- Use On-Line Search Techniques
- Use Physical Science Research Techniques
- Use Quantitative Research Methods
- Write Grant Proposals
- Write Technical Papers From Original Research
Schools and Training Providers
for Physicists
The training providers listed below offer programs related to this occupation. This information is updated once per year. Anyone interested in a particular program should check with the training institution regarding its availability. Listing these training providers does not necessarily constitute or imply their endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the State of Oregon.
Eastern Oregon University
One University Blvd
La Grande, OR 97850
Phone: (541) 962-3672
Programs of Training:
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Pacific University
2043 College Way
Forest Grove, OR 97116
Phone: (503) 352-1111
Programs of Training:
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Southern Oregon University
1250 Siskiyou Blvd
Ashland, OR 97520
Phone: (541) 552-7672
Programs of Training:
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Linfield College
900 SE Baker
McMinnville, OR 97128
Phone: (503) 883-2200
Programs of Training:
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University of Portland
5000 N Willamette Blvd
Portland, OR 97203
Phone: (503) 943-7911
Programs of Training:
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Portland State University
724 SW Harrison
Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503) 725-4433
Programs of Training:
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Oregon State University
104 Kerr Administration Bldg.
Corvallis, OR 97331
Phone: (541) 737-0123
Programs of Training:
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Lewis & Clark College
0615 S W Palatine Hill Rd
Portland, OR 97219
Phone: (503) 768-7000
Programs of Training:
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University of Oregon
110 Johnson Hall
Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: (541) 346-3014
Programs of Training:
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Willamette University
900 State St
Salem, OR 97301
Phone: (503) 370-6300
Programs of Training:
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Reed College
3203 SE Woodstock Blvd
Portland, OR 97202
Phone: (503) 771-1112
Programs of Training:
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Career Pathway Roadmaps
for Physicists
No Career Pathway links were found for this occupation.
Related Occupations
The scores listed below indicates how closely the skills for Physicists matches the occupation in the list.
A score of 100% means the occupations have identical skill sets. A maximum of 10 occupations are displayed
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