How much does a Geophysicist II make in Plainfield, NJ? The average Geophysicist II salary in Plainfield, NJ is $116,516 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $102,694 and $146,972. 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. 

Geophysicist II Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Geophysicist II Salary $90,110 Plainfield,NJ February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Geophysicist II Salary $102,694 Plainfield,NJ February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Geophysicist II Salary $116,516 Plainfield,NJ February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Geophysicist II Salary $146,972 Plainfield,NJ February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Geophysicist II Salary $174,700 Plainfield,NJ February 26, 2024
25% $102,694 10% $90,110 90% $174,700 75% $146,972 $116,516 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Geophysicist II need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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Data processing: Data processing is the collection and manipulation of data to produce meaningful information. Data processing is a form of information processing, which is the modification of information in any manner detectable by an observer.

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Programming Language: Is any set of rules that converts strings, or graphical program elements in the case of visual programming languages, to various kinds of machine code output. It is a kind of computer language used in computer programming to implement algorithms.

Analysis 0.05%
Data processing 0.06%
Programming Language 0.04%
Others 99.85%

Job Description for Geophysicist II

Geophysicist II applies geophysical principals to identify and evaluate the value of underground deposits. Aids in the design, planning, and execution of geophysical investigations and projects including data collection, processing, analyzing, and reporting. Being a Geophysicist II requires a bachelor's/master's degree. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals to perform a variety of tasks. Additionally, Geophysicist II typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Geophysicist II typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Geophysicist II

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Geophysicist II, the first career path typically starts with a Petroleum Geologist III position, and then Petroleum Geologist IV.

The second career path typically starts with a Geologist III position, and then progresses to Geologist IV.

Additionally, the third career path typically starts with a Geophysicist III position, and then progresses to Geophysicist IV.

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Geophysicist II salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Geophysicist II, the highest Geophysicist II salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Geophysicist II salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Geophysicist II salary is in Miami, FL, where the Geophysicist II salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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