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Optical Metrologist

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April 13, 2024 Updated June 5, 2024 4 minute read

Optical Metrology is the science of measuring optical quantities such as intensity, phase, polarization, and wavelength of light. Optical metrologists use this knowledge to develop and improve optical instruments and systems used in various fields, including telecommunications, manufacturing, and medicine.

Educational Background

Most optical metrologists have a bachelor's or master's degree in optical engineering, physics, or a related field. Some employers may also accept candidates with an associate's degree in optical technology or a related field combined with several years of relevant experience.

Skills and Knowledge

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Salaries for Optical Metrologist

City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$126,000

$164,000

$221,000

$164,000

San Francisco

$84,000

$107,000

$134,000

$107,000

Seattle

$78,000

$98,000

$112,000

$98,000

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City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$126,000

$164,000

$221,000

$164,000

San Francisco

$84,000

$107,000

$134,000

$107,000

Seattle

$78,000

$98,000

$112,000

$98,000

Austin

$80,000

$112,000

$151,000

$112,000

Toronto

$110,000

$125,000

$140,000

$125,000

London

£71,000

£82,000

£94,000

£82,000

Paris

€32,000

€39,000

€51,000

€39,000

Berlin

€46,000

€56,000

€69,000

€56,000

Tel Aviv

₪498,000

₪760,000

₪920,000

₪760,000

Singapore

S$96,000

S$129,000

S$182,000

S$129,000

Beijing

¥168,000

¥239,000

¥284,000

¥239,000

Shanghai

¥167,000

¥218,000

¥260,000

¥218,000

Shenzhen

¥624,000

¥950,000

¥1,260,000

¥950,000

Bengalaru

₹662,000

₹1,133,000

₹1,360,000

₹1,133,000

Delhi

₹299,000

₹380,000

₹490,000

₹380,000

Bars indicate relevance. All salaries presented are estimates. Completion of this course does not guarantee or imply job placement or career outcomes.

Path to Optical Metrologist

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We've curated three courses to help you on your path to Optical Metrologist. Use these to develop your skills, build background knowledge, and put what you learn to practice.

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Optical Efficiency and Resolution

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Fundamentals of Optical Engineering | 光学工程基础

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First-Order Optics: Rays, Stops, and Pupil Analysis

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