Nuclear Technician Research and Development Career

*A job as a Nuclear Technician Research and Development falls under the broader career category of Nuclear Monitoring Technicians. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Nuclear Monitoring Technicians : Collect and test samples to monitor results of nuclear experiments and contamination of humans, facilities, and environment.


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Nuclear Monitoring Technician Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$97,520

Median Hourly Wage

$46.88*

Total Employed Nationally

5,400


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.