career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Biochemists and Biophysicists and Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Biochemists and Biophysicists | Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-1021 | 17-3026 |
| title | Biochemists and Biophysicists | Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians |
| onet code | 19-1021.00 | 17-3026.00 |
| description | Study the chemical composition or 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. | Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May perform time and motion studies on worker operations in a variety of industries for purposes such as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency. |
| job zone | 5 | 3 |
| major group | 19 | 17 |
| tot emp | 34,520 | 73,410 |
| a mean | 115,570 | 69,780 |
| a median | 103,650 | 64,790 |
| a pct10 | 64,890 | 46,370 |
| a pct25 | 78,730 | 53,230 |
| a pct75 | 134,460 | 79,040 |
| a pct90 | 168,900 | 97,670 |
| h mean | 55 | 33 |
| h median | 49 | 31 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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