Chief Geophysicist Salary in the United States

Chief Geophysicist Salary

How much does a Chief Geophysicist make in the United States? The average Chief Geophysicist salary in the United States is $188,500 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $178,100 and $198,400. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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10th Percentile Chief Geophysicist Salary $168,631 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Chief Geophysicist Salary $178,100 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Chief Geophysicist Salary $188,500 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Chief Geophysicist Salary $198,400 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Chief Geophysicist Salary $207,413 US March 26, 2024
25% $178,100 10% $168,631 90% $207,413 75% $198,400 $188,500 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Chief Geophysicist aids in the design, planning, and execution of geophysical investigations and projects including data collection, processing, analyzing, and reporting. Applies geophysical principals to identify and evaluate the value of underground deposits. Being a Chief Geophysicist demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Requires a graduate degree in area of specialty. In addition, Chief Geophysicist typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Working as a Chief Geophysicist typically requires 10+ years of related experience. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    10 + years experience
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