Hiring Mathematicians

What to Expect

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Via OOH: Mathematicians use mathematical theory, computational techniques, algorithms, and the latest computer technology to solve economic, scientific, engineering, and business problems. They use theories and techniques, such as mathematical modeling and computational methods, to formulate and solve practical problems in business, government, engineering, and the physical, life, and social sciences.

What to Pay

The mathematician with an impressive portfolio of work should earn about $48.20 an hour¹.  That’s an hourly savings of $14.60 compared to the mathematician who is hired as a full-time employee with benefits².

¹Based on 2010 national estimates for this occupation (via U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.)
²Based on a total compensation cost of 30.3% (via EBRI.)

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External Resources:

1. Perfect Phrases for Perfect Hiring
2. Seven Rules for Hiring Extraordinary Talent
3. The Monster Guide to Hiring and Holding the World’s Best Employees