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Biotechnology Technician

Specialist conducting analyses, manipulations, and technical controls on living organisms or biomolecules for research, production, or quality control purposes.

42 000 – 95 000 USD
Average salary / year
Typically requires an associate degree or bachelor's degree in biotechnology, biology, or related fields.
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Growing
Employability
Between 1 and 4 years depending on education and internships.
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Growing
Employability
Between 1 and 4 years depending on education and internships.
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Rare

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
42 000 – 55 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
56 000 – 75 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
76 000 – 95 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Access to the profession is typically through technical diplomas or bachelor's degrees in relevant fields, supplemented by internships or apprenticeships.

Some professionals enter via related scientific backgrounds and acquire biotech-specific skills on the job.

Training — United States

Training relies on professional curricula oriented toward biology and laboratory techniques, combining theoretical knowledge with practical lab work.

Programs often include internships to facilitate direct experience.

The job market — United States

The biotechnology technician labor market shows moderate demand with a growing outlook due to expanding biotech applications in healthcare and agriculture.

  • Remote work is uncommon due to laboratory presence requirements.
  • Automation presents a medium risk, with some routine tasks increasingly mechanized.

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