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Nuclear Technicians

Role Overview

Assist nuclear physicists, nuclear engineers, or other scientists in laboratory, power generation, or electricity production activities. May operate, maintain, or provide quality control for nuclear testing and research equipment. May monitor radiation.

Recommended Majors

Nuclear Engineering Technology/Technician. Industrial Radiologic Technology/Technician. Nuclear/Nuclear Power Technology/Technician. Nuclear and Industrial Radiologic Technologies/Technicians, Other. Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician.

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Salary by State (top paying)

State	Median salary
New York	$121,460
Florida	$118,340
Alabama	$107,680
Virginia	$106,270
New Mexico	$105,350
South Carolina	$105,300
Pennsylvania	$104,650
Michigan	$104,450
North Carolina	$104,240
Illinois	$102,810
Washington	$100,080
Texas	$97,160
Missouri	$96,930
Tennessee	$94,620

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Median Annual Salary

$104,240

Projected Growth (10yr)

+-7.7%

Avg. annual openings

0.7k

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