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What is an electron microscopist and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
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There is more than meets the eye when it comes to being an electron microscopist. For example, did you know that they make an average of $24.19 an hour? That's $50,323 a year! Between 2018 and 2028, the career is expected to grow 0% and produce -400 job opportunities across the U.S.
ScoreElectron MicroscopistUS Average
Salary
3.9

Avg. Salary $50,323

Avg. Salary $59,228

Diversity
2.5
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.15%

Asian 8.05%

Black or African American 6.26%

Hispanic or Latino 10.43%

Unknown 4.32%

White 70.79%

Gender

female 34.88%

male 65.12%

Age - 52
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 52
Stress level
5.5

Stress level is manageable

7.1 - high

Complexity level
7.0

Complexity level is challenging

7 - challenging

Work life balance
6.2

Work life balance is fair

6.4 - fair

Key steps to become an electron microscopist

  1. Explore electron microscopist education requirements

    Most common electron microscopist degrees

    Bachelor's

    61.1 %

    Associate

    25.0 %

    Master's

    11.1 %
  2. Start to develop specific electron microscopist skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Chemistry31.92%
    Electron Microscope19.17%
    Transmission Electron Microscopy13.52%
    Failure Analysis10.37%
    Data Acquisition5.48%
  3. Complete relevant electron microscopist training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New electron microscopists learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an electron microscopist based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real electron microscopist resumes.
  4. Research electron microscopist duties and responsibilities

    • Accomplish team sales of 464K in clinical chemistry and hematology instrumentation.
    • Prepare bulk asbestos samples, analyze samples utilizing polarize light microscopy with dispersion staining and enter sample results into data system.
    • Perform highly complex analytical troubleshooting requiring excellent math skills.
  5. Apply for electron microscopist jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for an electron microscopist job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average electron microscopist salary

The average electron microscopist salary in the United States is $50,323 per year or $24 per hour. Electron microscopist salaries range between $29,000 and $86,000 per year.

Average Electron Microscopist Salary
$50,323 Yearly
$24.19 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
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The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

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