Physicists Jobs Pay in Madison, WI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $63.25 – $69.58
Average Annual Pay
Range: $131,560 – $144,716
How much do Physicists make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$56.45/hr
Range: $53.76 – $59.14
Annual Rate
$117,417
Range: $111,826 – $123,009
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$66.41/hr
Range: $63.25 – $69.58
Annual Rate
$138,138
Range: $131,560 – $144,716
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$76.37/hr
Range: $72.74 – $80.02
Annual Rate
$158,859
Range: $151,294 – $166,423
Physicists job description
Physicists professionals conduct research and analysis to advance scientific knowledge. They design experiments, collect data, and publish findings that contribute to their fields.
- •Design and conduct experiments
- •Collect and analyze data
- •Write research papers and reports
- •Collaborate with research teams
- •Present findings at conferences
- •Maintain laboratory safety
- •Research methodology
- •Data analysis
- •Scientific writing
- •Critical thinking
- •Laboratory techniques
- •Collaboration
- •Advanced degree in science field
- •Research experience
- •Published research preferred
- •Laboratory skills

