Assist biological and medical scientists in laboratories. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, make observations, and calculate and record results. May analyze organic substances, such as blood, food, and drugs.
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Title | Employment | Change | Annual Average Openings | Typical education needed for entry | ||||
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| 2014 | 2024 | Level | Percent | Total | Growth | Replace- ments |
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| 194021 | Biological Technicians | 4,711 | 5,068 | 357 | 7.58 % | 168 | 36 | 132 | Bachelor's degree |
| Industry | 2014 Employment |
Projected 2024 Employment | Change 2014-2024 |
2016 Mean Annual OES Wage |
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| Number | Percent Distribution | Number | Percent Distribution | Number | Percent | ||
| Educational Services | 1,630 | 35 % | 1,760 | 35 % | 130 | 8 % | $53,490 |
| Educational Services | 1,630 | 35 % | 1,760 | 35 % | 130 | 8 % | $53,490 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1,460 | 31 % | 1,470 | 29 % | 10 | 1 % | $54,470 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1,460 | 31 % | 1,470 | 29 % | 10 | 1 % | $54,470 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 1,160 | 25 % | 1,340 | 27 % | 180 | 16 % | $47,770 |
| Chemical Manufacturing | 190 | 4 % | 210 | 4 % | 20 | 8 % | $53,790 |
Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance Department Economic Research |
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