The job market for materials scientists in the United States

There are currently an estimated 7,900 materials scientists in the United States. The materials scientist job market is expected to grow by 5.1% between 2022 and 2032.

How employable are materials scientists?

CareerExplorer rates materials scientists with a D employability rating, meaning this career should provide weak employment opportunities for the foreseeable future. Over the next 10 years, it is expected the US will need 5,600 materials scientists. That number is based on 400 additional materials scientists, and the retirement of 5,200 existing materials scientists.

What’s the supply of materials scientists?

The materials scientist industry is concentrated in California, Ohio, Texas

Materials Scientist job market by state