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Biologists

General Information

Description

Research or study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and functions.

Industry areas

  • Cross-industry

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Salary

Average Salary

Salary

$82,530

State-by-state Salary

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$104,400
$52,000
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Education

Most Common Education Levels

People in this career achieve this level of education.

  • Master's degree 56%
  • Bachelor's degree 32%
  • Post baccalaureate 10%
  • High school 0%
  • Some college 0%
  • Doctoral degree 0%
  • Associate's degree 0%
  • Less than high school 0%
  • Post-doctoral training 0%
  • Post-master's certificate 0%
  • First professional degree 0%
  • Post-secondary certificate 0%

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Knowledge

  • Biology
  • Mathematics
  • English Language
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Geography
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