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Natural Sciences Managers in Virginia

Natural Sciences Managers in Virginia

Want to work as a Natural Sciences Managers in Virginia? Here’s what the data says. Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields. Excludes “Computer and Information Systems Managers” (11-3021) and “Architecture and Engineering Managers” (11-9041).

$139,220 Median Annual Wage (Virginia)
$132,227 National Median Annual Wage
1,440 Virginia Employment
Extensive Preparation Needed Typical Preparation

What do Natural Sciences Managers Make in Virginia?

For natural sciences managers working in Virginia, the typical annual salary is $139,220 per year (or roughly $66.93/hour).Annual wages span from $92,630 at the 10th percentile to $212,990 at the 90th percentile.

Wage Statistic Annual Hourly
10th percentile $92,630 $44.53
25th percentile $113,730 $54.68
Median (50th) $139,220 $66.93
75th percentile $180,450 $86.75
90th percentile $212,990 $102.40
Salary ranges for Natural Sciences Managers in Virginia

The location quotient — a measure of how concentrated this occupation is in Virginia compared to the national average — is 0.54, meaning fewer natural sciences managers per worker than the national average.

National Wage Comparison

Nationally, natural sciences managers earn a median of $132,227 per year ($63.57/hour), exceeding the Virginia median.

Natural Sciences Managers earnings in Virginia vs. the national average

Employment Outlook

There are roughly 165,141 natural sciences managers nationwide. In Virginia alone, around 1,440 people work in this role. That’s higher than the typical state, which employs around 680 natural sciences managers.

Natural Sciences Managers in Virginia vs. the average state Forecasted number of jobs for Natural Sciences Managers

Top Virginia Metros for Natural Sciences Managers

The metro areas below employ the most natural sciences managers in Virginia.

Metro Area Number Employed Annual Median Salary
Richmond, VA 240 $121,010
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC 190 $116,620
Charlottesville, VA 60 $104,840
Roanoke, VA 30 $106,750

Top States for Natural Sciences Managers Employment

These states have the highest employment of natural sciences managers work.

State Number Employed
California 14,120
New Jersey 9,010
Massachusetts 8,880
Texas 7,480
North Carolina 6,750
Pennsylvania 6,730
Maryland 5,020
New York 4,580
Florida 4,330
Illinois 3,100
Washington 3,070
Michigan 1,700
District of Columbia 1,650
Georgia 1,610
Colorado 1,480
Minnesota 1,470
Oregon 1,440
Virginia 1,440
Indiana 1,360
Utah 1,150

Highest-Paying States for Natural Sciences Managers

The highest-paying states for natural sciences managers.

State Annual Median Salary
Massachusetts $218,800
California $204,100
New Jersey $202,310
Connecticut $179,170
Washington $178,270
North Carolina $167,430
District of Columbia $164,650
Maryland $162,610
Illinois $158,690
Kansas $158,100

Skills

Key natural sciences managers skills, rated on an importance scale of 0 to 5:

Science  4.1 / 5
0
5
Monitoring  4.0 / 5
0
5
Active Listening  4.0 / 5
0
5
Critical Thinking  4.0 / 5
0
5
Reading Comprehension  4.0 / 5
0
5
Writing  3.9 / 5
0
5

Knowledge Areas

Core knowledge areas for this occupation, rated on an importance scale of 0 to 5:

Biology  4.0 / 5
0
5
English Language  4.0 / 5
0
5
Administration and Management  3.8 / 5
0
5
Computers and Electronics  3.7 / 5
0
5
Administrative  3.6 / 5
0
5
Chemistry  3.5 / 5
0
5

Abilities

Top abilities for natural sciences managers, rated on an importance scale of 0 to 5:

Written Comprehension  4.1 / 5
0
5
Inductive Reasoning  4.0 / 5
0
5
Written Expression  4.0 / 5
0
5
Information Ordering  4.0 / 5
0
5
Oral Expression  4.0 / 5
0
5
Deductive Reasoning  4.0 / 5
0
5

Daily Tasks

Common tasks include:

  • Hire, supervise, or evaluate engineers, technicians, researchers, or other staff.
  • Design or coordinate successive phases of problem analysis, solution proposals, or testing.
  • Plan or direct research, development, or production activities.
  • Review project activities and prepare and review research, testing, or operational reports.
  • Confer with scientists, engineers, regulators, or others to plan or review projects or to provide technical assistance.
  • Develop client relationships and communicate with clients to explain proposals, present research findings, establish specifications, or discuss project status.
  • Determine scientific or technical goals within broad outlines provided by top management and make detailed plans to accomplish these goals.
  • Prepare project proposals.
  • Develop or implement policies, standards, or procedures for the architectural, scientific, or technical work performed to ensure regulatory compliance or operations enhancement.
  • Recruit personnel or oversee the development or maintenance of staff competence.
  • Prepare and administer budgets, approve and review expenditures, and prepare financial reports.
  • Conduct own research in field of expertise.

Work Activities

  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  • Getting Information
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  • Analyzing Data or Information
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  • Documenting/Recording Information
  • Developing Objectives and Strategies
  • Working with Computers

Tools & Technology

Technologies frequently used: Hot technologies: Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop, ESRI ArcGIS software In-demand technologies: Microsoft Excel

What Major Will Prepare You For This Career?

Related college programs include:

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Also Known As

Agricultural Research Director, Agriculture Research Director, Analytical Services Manager, Chemical Engineer Supervisor, Chemical Plant Technical Director, Chemical Process Exploration Manager, Clinical Project Manager, Clinical Trials Manager, Environmental Program Manager, Environmental Research Project Manager, Geochemical Manager, Geological Manager, Geophysical Manager, Gravity Manager, Lab Director (Laboratory Director).

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