career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Biological Technicians and Food Science Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Biological Technicians | Food Science Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4021 | 19-4013 |
| title | Biological Technicians | Food Science Technicians |
| onet code | 19-4021.00 | 19-4013.00 |
| 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. | Work with food scientists or technologists to perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products. Includes technicians who assist in research and development of production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and use of foods. |
| job zone | 4 | 3 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 76,190 | 14,200 |
| a mean | 58,020 | 54,400 |
| a median | 52,000 | 49,430 |
| a pct10 | 38,060 | 37,760 |
| a pct25 | 45,380 | 43,990 |
| a pct75 | 66,410 | 60,940 |
| a pct90 | 81,990 | 75,100 |
| h mean | 27 | 26 |
| h median | 25 | 23 |
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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