Also called: Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopist
Runs the giant magnet instruments scientists use to figure out molecular structures.
Refills a superconducting magnet with liquid helium, trains grad students to run samples, and solves tough structures of proteins and new molecules.
Estimate.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Doctorate (PhD), about 10 years after high school. PhD in chemistry or biochemistry.
Ways in: 4-year college, Graduate school. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Chemistry, Biochemistry.
Growing about average. Tracks BLS biological scientists.
Low risk for 10 years. AI helps solve spectra, but refilling magnets, keeping instruments running and training students stay human.
Classes: AP Chemistry, AP Physics, AP Calculus.
Official data: O*NET occupation 19-2031.
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