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Summary Report for:
19-1029.00 - Biological Scientists, All Other

All biological scientists not listed separately.

This title represents a group of more specific occupations. For additional information, please select one of the specific occupations below.

19-1029.01    Bioinformatics Scientists   Bright Outlook Bright Outlook  
19-1029.02    Molecular and Cellular Biologists Bright Outlook
19-1029.03    Geneticists Bright Outlook
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Wages & Employment  |  Additional Information

Wages & Employment Trends

National

Median wages (2008) $31.29 hourly, $65,080 annual
Employment (2008) 32,000 employees
Projected growth (2008-2018) Faster than average (14% to 19%) Faster than average (14% to 19%)
Projected job openings (2008-2018) 16,100
Top industries (2008)

State & National

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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2008 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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Sources of Additional Information

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  • Biological scientists external site. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition.

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