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CAREER
Nanosystems Engineers
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$111,970
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
0% (little or no change)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Nanosystems Engineers Do
Design, develop, or supervise the production of materials, devices, or systems of unique molecular or macromolecular composition, applying principles of nanoscale physics and electrical, chemical, or biological engineering.
Other Job Titles Nanosystems Engineers May Have
Process Development Engineer, Research Engineer
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Provide scientific or technical guidance or expertise to scientists, engineers, technologists, technicians, or others, using knowledge of chemical, analytical, or biological processes as applied to micro and nanoscale systems.
- Supervise technologists or technicians engaged in nanotechnology research or production.
- Conduct research related to a range of nanotechnology topics, such as packaging, heat transfer, fluorescence detection, nanoparticle dispersion, hybrid systems, liquid systems, nanocomposites, nanofabrication, optoelectronics, or nanolithography.
- Synthesize, process, or characterize nanomaterials, using advanced tools or techniques.
- Prepare reports, deliver presentations, or participate in program review activities to communicate engineering results or recommendations.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Nanosystems Engineers
Most common level of education among people in
this career: Doctoral degree (57%)
Doctoral degree
Bachelor's degree
Post-baccalaureate certificate
Majors Related to Career
Educational Paths Suggested by Leaders
Suggested Path
Doctorate
Additional Skills & Experiences That Can Help You Excel
I do science, you do need an advanced degree.
Getting Started
Recommended First Step for:
Everyone
Get qualified, get at least a masters degree.
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