career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Biological Technicians and Computer and Information Research Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Biological Technicians | Computer and Information Research Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4021 | 15-1221 |
| title | Biological Technicians | Computer and Information Research Scientists |
| onet code | 19-4021.00 | 15-1221.00 |
| description | Assist biological and medical scientists. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, collect data and samples, make observations, and calculate and record results. May analyze organic substances, such as blood, food, and drugs. | Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 19 | 15 |
| tot emp | 76,190 | 38,480 |
| a mean | 58,020 | 152,310 |
| a median | 52,000 | 140,910 |
| a pct10 | 38,060 | 80,670 |
| a pct25 | 45,380 | 102,710 |
| a pct75 | 66,410 | 181,210 |
| a pct90 | 81,990 | 232,120 |
| h mean | 27 | 73 |
| h median | 25 | 67 |
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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