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Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Education & Training $35.53 Doctoral or professional degree 19%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

Teach courses pertaining to mathematical concepts, statistics, and actuarial science and to the application of original and standardized mathematical techniques in solving specific problems and situations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers

Manufacturing $17.26 No formal educational credential 16%  projected growth 40  annual job openings

Use hands or hand tools to perform routine cutting and trimming of meat, poultry, and seafood.

Mechanical Door Repairers

Architecture & Construction $18.18 High school diploma or equivalent 23%  projected growth 10  annual job openings

Install, service, or repair automatic door mechanisms and hydraulic doors. Includes garage door mechanics.

Mechanical Drafters

Manufacturing $24.24 Associate's degree 20%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

Prepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information.

Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Manufacturing $37.06 Associate's degree 20%  projected growth 10  annual job openings

Apply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, test, or adjust machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.

Mechanical Engineers

Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics $38.01 Bachelor's degree 18%  projected growth 80  annual job openings

Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems.

Medical and Health Services Managers

Health Science $49.31 Bachelor's degree 17%  projected growth 220  annual job openings

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

Medical Equipment Preparers

Health Science $17.80 High school diploma or equivalent 21%  projected growth 50  annual job openings

Prepare, sterilize, install, or clean laboratory or healthcare equipment. May perform routine laboratory tasks and operate or inspect equipment.

Medical Equipment Repairers

Manufacturing $29.69 Associate's degree 25%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

Test, adjust, or repair biomedical or electromedical equipment.

Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists

Health Science $36.22 Doctoral or professional degree 20%  projected growth 50  annual job openings

Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation, research and development, or other related activities.