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Other Professional Occupations in Physical Sciences  (NOC 2115)
Vancouver Island and Coast Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

This group includes metallurgists, soil scientists and physical science occupations which are not elsewhere classified, and involve the conduct of theoretical and applied research in fields of physical science. They are employed by governments, educational institutions and a wide range of industrial establishments.

ballistics examiner, materials scientist, metallurgist, physical metallurgist, research scientist – ceramics, research scientist – composite materials, soil scientist.

The following is a summary of the main duties for some occupations in this unit group:
  • Metallurgists conduct studies into the properties and production of metals and alloys.
  • Soil scientists conduct research into the composition, distribution and evolution of soils.
  • Materials scientists conduct research into the properties, composition and production of materials such as ceramics and composite materials.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Victoria, Campbell River, Colwood, Courtenay, Duncan, Nanaimo, Parksville, Port Alberni, Comox, Ladysmith, Lake Cowichan, Port McNeill, Qualicum Beach, Sidney, View Royal, Cumberland, Sooke

View a list of Service Canada offices in this area.

Wages for Other Professional Occupations in Physical Sciences in Vancouver Island and Coast Region

Wages depend on job requirements and work conditions. They also vary between regions, for reasons such as location, labour agreements, and the availability of workers. The wages below are estimated before taxes.

Wage Estimates

Table of wage levels for your chosen occupation in your region as well as in the rest of the province or territory.
Location Wage ($/hr) Note
Low Median High
Canada 26.44 37.98 63.08 Note
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
Alberta 33.18 45.41 61.81 Note
Reference Period: 2011
Source: Alberta Wage and Salary Survey
British Columbia 17.59 31.42 44.11 Note
Reference Period: 2006
Source: 2006 Census - Statistics Canada
Manitoba N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the national level.

New Brunswick N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the national level.

Newfoundland and Labrador N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the national level.

Northwest Territories N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the national level.

Nova Scotia N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the national level.

Nunavut N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the national level.

Ontario 23.68 34.96 44.56 Note
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Employment Insurance Data
Prince Edward Island N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the national level.

Québec 18.91 30.00 47.18 Note
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
Saskatchewan 21.92 30.41 40.75 Note
Reference Period: 2006
Source: 2006 Census - Statistics Canada
Yukon N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the national level.

Please consult the Vancouver Island and Coast Region and British Columbia tabs for more useful information related to wages.