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Biological Science
Biologist

Research and study the inheritance of traits at the molecular, organism or population level. May evaluate or treat patients with genetic disorders.

At a Glance

Geneticist. Top skills: Social Work, Psychology, Public Health.

Avg Annual Salary

Not available

Typical Education

Varies

Experience

Varies

Job Postings

N/A

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Geneticists

Median Wage

$93,330/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+1.2%

Education

Bachelor's degree

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (11)

Social Work

5.0

Public Health

4.8

Data Analysis

4.7

Public Policies

4.5

Translational Research

4.4

Research Methodologies

4.3

Sociology

4.0

Analytic Applications

3.8

Child Welfare

3.6

Evaluation Projects

3.5

Common Skills (5)

Microsoft Office

4.2

Research

3.7

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