19-1022

Microbiologists

Role Overview

Investigate the growth, structure, development, and other characteristics of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, algae, or fungi. Includes medical microbiologists who study the relationship between organisms and disease or the effects of antibiotics on microorganisms.

Recommended Majors

Soil Microbiology. Structural Biology. Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences, Other. Microbiology, General. Virology. Parasitology. Immunology. Microbiology and Immunology. Microbiological Sciences and Immunology, Other.

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Salary by State (top paying)

State	Median salary
Massachusetts	$126,260
California	$107,380
Maryland	$101,060
Georgia	$97,090
Maine	$94,920
Oregon	$89,220
Montana	$88,770
Virginia	$88,080
New Hampshire	$86,380
New York	$85,850
Minnesota	$85,340
North Carolina	$82,170
Connecticut	$82,080
New Jersey	$82,070
Indiana	$80,110

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Median Annual Salary

$87,330

Projected Growth (10yr)

+4.1%

Avg. annual openings

1.7k

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