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Biological Scientists

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$60,430
Starting Salary (2025)
$98,920
Median Salary (2025)
1.2%
Projected Job Growth
55,850
Employment (2025)

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Integrity
Persistence
Dependability
Initiative

What key skills are needed for this job?

Science
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Writing
Active Listening
Speaking

Expected Knowledge

Biology

Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Mathematics

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Common Activities

Analyzing Data or Information

Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Working with Computers

Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Getting Information

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

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