career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Food Science Technicians and Forensic Science Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Food Science Technicians | Forensic Science Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4013 | 19-4092 |
| title | Food Science Technicians | Forensic Science Technicians |
| onet code | 19-4013.00 | 19-4092.00 |
| description | 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. | Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry. |
| job zone | 3 | 3 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 14,200 | 19,450 |
| a mean | 54,400 | 75,260 |
| a median | 49,430 | 67,440 |
| a pct10 | 37,760 | 45,560 |
| a pct25 | 43,990 | 53,310 |
| a pct75 | 60,940 | 88,710 |
| a pct90 | 75,100 | 110,710 |
| h mean | 26 | 36 |
| h median | 23 | 32 |
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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