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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for science major in the United States is $48,391.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $52,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Science majors are undergraduate academic programs that focus on the study of natural and physical sciences, such as biology, chemistry, physics, earth science, and related fields. Students in these majors gain a strong foundation in scientific principles, laboratory techniques, and critical thinking skills. Science majors often prepare students for careers in research, healthcare, education, environmental science, and technology, or for further study in graduate or professional schools.

How do science majors typically collaborate with professionals from other disciplines in research or industry settings?

Science majors often work in multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with engineers, data analysts, business professionals, and others to solve complex problems. Effective communication and the ability to explain scientific concepts to non-specialists are essential. This collaboration can happen in research labs, project meetings, or during cross-functional initiatives, and it provides valuable exposure to different perspectives and skill sets. Such teamwork not only enhances the impact of scientific work but also opens up diverse career advancement opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a science major, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Science Major, you need a solid grounding in mathematics, analytical thinking, and foundational science courses, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent with strong grades in STEM subjects. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, scientific software, and data analysis tools is often required, depending on the specific science field. Curiosity, attention to detail, and effective communication are soft skills that help students excel and collaborate in research settings. These skills and qualities are crucial for success because they enable students to grasp complex scientific concepts, conduct accurate experiments, and contribute meaningfully to scientific inquiry.

What jobs can you get with a science major?

A science major can lead to careers such as research scientist, laboratory technician, environmental analyst, or data analyst. These roles often require strong analytical skills, familiarity with scientific tools and methods, and sometimes additional certifications or advanced degrees.
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Infographic showing various Science Major job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 75% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,391 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

SUPERVISORY METEOROLOGIST

Norfolk, VA

US Department of the Navy
National Security • 10K+ employees
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$127K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

United States Navy rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 381 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

43rd of 50 rated military and defense

Job description

You will serve as a SUPERVISORY METEOROLOGIST in the FLEET WEATHER CENTER NORFOLK WITHIN THE OPEATIONS DEPARTMENT (N3) of NAVAVNFCSTCEN.Qualifications:GS-14
In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
  • Experience exercising formal supervisory authority, including developing performance standards, evaluating civilian/military personnel, and managing a multi-tiered workforce through subordinate supervisors or team leads.
  • Experience formally supervising a multidisciplinary technical workforce in an operational meteorological or meteorological and oceanographic (METOC) environment, including setting performance standards, evaluating work, developing personnel, and making or recommending personnel actions. Experience must also include directing work through subordinate supervisors, division leads, or watch-team leaders.
  • Experience providing senior scientific and technical leadership in operational meteorology/METOC, including evaluating or applying advanced weather-prediction capabilities and leading or overseeing the transition of research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) capabilities into operational use. This includes coordination with scientific, technical, and operational partners.
  • Experience serving in a senior operational leadership role supporting maritime and/or aviation operations, including assessing and resolving complex weather-related operational or safety risks and overseeing or supporting maritime routing operations, such as Optimum Track Ship Routing (OTSR). Experience must include delivering time-sensitive meteorological risk briefings and recommendations to senior military, civilian, allied, or coalition leaders.

*Minimum Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in meteorology, atmospheric science and/or physical oceanography with three years' experience in extended weather prediction, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience in meteorology.*
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:
Meteorology Series 1340 (IOR)
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.Education:Applicants must meet the following positive education qualifications requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual: Applicants must possess:
Meteorology Series, 1340:
A. Degree: meteorology, atmospheric science, or other natural science major that included:
  1. At least 24 semester (36 quarter) hours of credit in meteorology/atmospheric science including a minimum of:
    • Six semester hours of atmospheric dynamics and thermodynamics
    • Six semester hours of analysis and prediction of weather systems (synoptic/mesoscale)
    • Three semester hours of physical meteorology.
    • Two semester hours of remote sensing of the atmosphere and/or instrumentation.
    • Six semester hours of physics, with at least one course that includes laboratory sessions.
    • Three semester hours of ordinary differential equations.
    • At least nine semester hours of course work appropriate for a physical science major in any combination of three or more of the following: physical hydrology, statistics, chemistry, physical oceanography, physical climatology, radiative transfer, aeronomy, advanced thermodynamics, advanced electricity and magnetism, light and optics, and computer science.
*There is a prerequisite or corequisite of calculus for course work in atmospheric dynamics and thermodynamics, physics, and differential equations. Calculus courses must be appropriate for a physical science major.
OR
B. Combination of education and experience -- course work as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
*TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE PROVIDED*Employment Type: OTHER

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