Specialized engineers consult in fields like agriculture and naval architecture. (Lisa Blue/E+/Getty)
Science explains everything, so there’s always a market for people who understand it. Canada has a shortage of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) graduates, so those skills are likely to be in even more demand as the economy continues to grow. Here’s a list of Canada’s top 10 jobs in the natural and applied sciences.
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| Rank | Overall Rank | Job Title | Median Salary | 5-Year Wage Growth | 5-Year Job Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 | Specialized Engineer | $79,997 | 28% | 7% |
| 2 | 20 | Scientific Research Manager | $79,997 | -2% | 20% |
| 3 | 24 | Engineering Inspector | $79,040 | 28% | -20% |
| 4 | 25 | Civil Engineer | $79,331 | 19% | 20% |
| 5 | 26 | Software Engineer | $82,992 | 11 | 37% |
| 6 | 27 | Computer Systems Manager | $70,720 | 12% | 27% |
| 7 | 34 | Engineering Manager | $88,005 | 3% | 2% |
| 8 | 42 | Petroleum Engineer | $100,006 | 18% | 19% |
| 9 | 44 | Geologist, Geochemist & Geophysicist | $88,525 | 19% | -3% |
| 10 | 52 | Chemical Engineer | $78,936 | 12% | 30% |
