Biochemists and Biophysicists

in California

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. [More Details...]

Skills - Importance and Competence Level for this occupation (1-low, 100-high)

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Skills	Importance	Competence Level
Critical Thinking	76	60
Idea Generation	80	69
Information Gathering	80	69
Mathematics	84	69
Reading Comprehension	88	80
Science	100	86
Writing	76	71

Employment Projections

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Area	Estimated Year - Projected Year	Employment		Employment Change		Annual Avg Openings
		Estimated	Projected	Number	Percent
California	2018 - 2028	5,900	7,200	1,300	22.0	7,290

Wages

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Area	Time Period	Hourly Mean	Hourly by Percentile
			25th	Median	75th
California	2023	$67.51	$48.90	$63.30	$79.91

Education

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Workers must have a Doctor's degree to gain the necessary skills for this occupation.However, those with related work experience would have a competitive advantage in this labor market.

Training Programs

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The following are the training programs available for the Occupation: Biochemists and Biophysicists

Job Openings from JobCentral National Labor Exchange

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