Biologist Jobs

A Biologist in the biotechnology industry performs research and development tasks to understand the complex biological processes involved in product development. They conduct lab experiments, analyze results, document findings, and present their conclusions. They collaborate with other scientists, engineers, and technicians to design and develop new technologies. Biologists also ensure compliance with regulatory standards and ethical guidelines. Important skills include problem-solving, critical thinking, data analysis, and strong communication skills. They must have hands-on experience with various lab equipment and biotechnological techniques. A solid understanding of molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, and biochemistry is crucial in this role. In addition to a bachelor's or master's degree in biology or a similar field, some positions may require specific certifications, such as Certified Biologist (CB) or Clinical Molecular Genetics (CMG).

Before becoming a Biologist, a person could have had roles in different capacities such as Laboratory Technician, Research Assistant, or Quality Assurance Specialist. As a Laboratory Technician, they would gain experience in conducting lab tests and maintaining lab equipment. As a Research Assistant, they would assist in various research projects, collecting data and contributing to the overall research process. Quality Assurance Specialists oversee the production process, ensuring products meet quality standards and regulations. These positions provide valuable experience and skill sets that are highly beneficial for a career as a Biologist in the biotechnology industry.

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Research Biologist

  • North Las Vegas, NV
  • 15 hours ago
  • North Las Vegas, NV
  • 15 hours ago

Are you an experienced Biology who would like to lend your expertise to train AI models?...

Cytologist

  • Westminster, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Westminster, MD
  • 3 days ago

CYTOLOGIST Westminster, MD CARROLL HOSPITAL HISTOLOGY PRN - Day shift - Hours Vary Allied Health 84664 $31.94-$47.91 Experience based Posted: October 23, 2024 Apply Now Save Job Saved Summary JOB...

Wildlife Biologist Specialist 13 - Waterfowl Specialist

  • Lansing, MI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 5 hours ago

biology, human dimensions of fish and wildlife management, evolutionary biology, forest resources, environmental science, or natural resources law and policy....

Environmental Biologist

  • Springfield, MO
  • 6 hours ago
  • Springfield, MO
  • 6 hours ago

Our Wastewater Treatment team is looking for an Environmental Biologist to perform bacteriological and toxicity analyses using approved methodology....

Pcsu Associate Wetland Wildlife Biologist ID# 225157

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 6 hours ago

EXPERIENCE One to three (1-3) years of experience in wildlife biology, management, and conservation biology, including project management experience involving planning, scheduling, internal/external...

Ecologist - Plant Ecology

  • Wheaton, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Wheaton, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Description Preferred candidates will have experience in botany, plant ecology, or related natural resources management field....

Vallier Treehaven Resident Ecologist

  • Tomahawk, WI
  • 15 hours ago
  • Tomahawk, WI
  • 15 hours ago

Qualifications Required: Master of Science in Natural Resources, Forestry, Ecology, Biology or related field....

Habitat Restoration Biologist and Impact

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 20 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 20 hours ago

State of Utah - Jobs Habitat Restoration Biologist and Impact in SALT LAKE CITY , Utah Wildlife Resources Job Title : Habitat Restoration Biologist and Impact Analysis Biologist (Wildlife Biologist...

Sea Urchin Transgenics Biologist

  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Sea Urchin Transgenics Biologist UC San Diego - 4.2 San Diego, CA Job Details $34.98 - $56.30 an hour 14 hours ago Qualifications Molecular Biology Laboratory experience Research Analysis skills Bachelor's...

NEON Field Ecologist - Botany and Soils (Mid-Level)

  • South Salt Lake, UT
  • 21 hours ago
  • South Salt Lake, UT
  • 21 hours ago

Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, or a related field AND one (1) yar of related experience OR An equivalent combination of education and experience of five...

Biologist Postdoctoral Fellow

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 21 hours ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 21 hours ago

What is Required: A recent PhD (within the last 1-2 years) in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology, Life Sciences and/or a related field....

Computational Biologist (Principal Scientist)

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 23 hours ago

development, and diagnostic development....

Aquatic Biologist 1

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 23 hours ago

, or natural resource management, including or supplemented by six college credits in freshwater aquatic biology, aquatic ecology, aquatic botany, water pollution biology, entomology, limnology, or...

Remote Work

Biologist II - Conservation Section

  • Bismarck, ND
  • 1 day ago
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Qualifications Requires a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in wildlife biology or wildlife management, or closely related natural resource science degree and four years of professional...

Forensic Biologist II

  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago

The Forensic Biologist II differs from Forensic Biologist I as it performs less complex analyses, receives extensive on-the-job training in the specialized areas of forensic biology and DNA analysis...

Biologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Image Analysis Methods for Biologists
The use of automatic image analysis in the biological sciences has increased significantly in recent years, especially with automated image capture and the rise of phenotyping. This online course...
Python for Biologists
Course descriptionThis course is designed for beginners in programming with a biological background who want to deal with biotechnology data such as DNA, RNA, and protein, or who want to enter the...
Bioinformatics for Biologist (5 days course)
IntroductionThis course is for students who have not studied Bioinformatics at the University level. The basic concepts of Bioinformatics course is to help all Biologist how to use Bioinformatics...

Salary for Biologist Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireBiotechnology research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Biologist positions.



Highest Education Level

Biologists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.0%
Master's Degree
25.9%
Doctorate Degree
23.6%
Associate's Degree
1.3%
High School or GED
1.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.8%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Biologists
2-4 years
34.5%
4-6 years
26.5%
1-2 years
12.8%
10+ years
10.9%
6-8 years
10.8%
Less than 1 year
2.2%
None
1.8%
8-10 years
0.4%