Occupation Profile for Biochemists and Biophysicists
Study the chemical composition and physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms.
Overview
| $76,320.00 | Median Annual Wage | 1,000 | Average Job Openings Per Year |
| 3.0 | Average Unemployment Percentage | 0.0 | Percentage That Completed High School |
| 20,000 | Employment Numbers in 2006 | 5.3 | Percentage That Had Some College |
| 23,000 | Employment Numbers in 2016 (est.) | 94.6 | Percentage That Went Beyond College Degree |
Sample Job Titles
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- Soil and Plant Scientists
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- Soil and Water Conservationists
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- Environmental Scientists and Health Specialists
- Geoscientists
- Food Science Technicians
- Biological Technicians
Related Academic Programs
- Biochemistry.
- Biochemistry/Biophysics and Molecular Biology.
- Biophysics.
- Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences, Other.
- Molecular Biochemistry.
- Molecular Biophysics.
- Soil Chemistry and Physics.
Sources: Career Guide to Industries (CGI), Occupational Information Network (O*Net), Occupation Outlook Handbook (OOH)