Occupation ยท SOC 25-1052
Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of chemistry teachers, postsecondary typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 20,390 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $86,220.
US employment
20,390
Median annual wage
$86,220
Mean annual wage
$103,030
Median hourly wage
Not available
Education and training
Typical education
Doctoral or professional degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
5
Extensive preparation
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | $97,360 | $11,140 (+12.9%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $101,390 | $15,170 (+17.6%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $87,710 | $1,490 (+1.7%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $106,120 | $19,900 (+23.1%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $86,350 | $130 (+0.2%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $93,330 | $7,110 (+8.2%) | 5 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. New York1,920
- 2. Texas1,620
- 3. California1,580
- 4. Pennsylvania1,410
- 5. Illinois930
- 6. North Carolina930
- 7. New Jersey750
- 8. Massachusetts740
- 9. Virginia660
- 10. Florida630
States that pay the most
- 1. California$132,250
- 2. Kansas$110,810
- 3. North Dakota$106,540
- 4. Arizona$106,430
- 5. Utah$105,090
- 6. Nevada$101,910
- 7. New Jersey$101,800
- 8. New York$101,610
- 9. Minnesota$100,000
- 10. District of Columbia$99,550
Median annual wage. Based on 50 states and territories with published figures.
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