Median pay: $119,380
Median base salary: $109,864
Job openings: 117
The title of geophysicist covers a wide variety of positions, all related to studying the earth. Geophysicists can help companies locate natural resources within the earth or use technology to study and prepare for natural disasters like earthquakes. Geophysicists often have a bachelor's degree in a science field, as well as a master's degree.