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Nanotechnicians

Overview

Nanotechnicians produce, test, and modify nanomaterials, nanodevices, and nanosystems. A nanometer is one-millionth of a millimeter; a sheet of paper is about 100,000 nanometers thick. Nanotechnicians are also known as nanomaterials technicians and nanotechnology engineering technicians. They assist nanotechnologists and nanoscientists.

Salary Range

$25,000 to $100,000

Minimum Education Level

Associate's Degree

Certification/License

None

Outlook

Little Change or More Slowly than the Average
Personality Traits

Hands On

Problem-Solving

Scientific

Career Ladder
Nanosystems Engineer or Nanomaterials Scientist

Manager

Nanotechnologist

Nanotechnician

Nanotechnology Assistant or Intern