Careers · Biological Scientists, All Other · New Jersey
Biological Scientists, All Other in New Jersey
Biological scientists in this category conduct research on living organisms and biological processes not covered by more specialized roles like microbiologists or zoologists. They work in laboratories, universities, research institutes, and government agencies, performing experiments, analyzing data, and publishing findings to advance understanding of biology and life sciences. In New Jersey the median pay is $104,750 a year, 6% above the national median of $98,920.
$104,750median pay in New Jersey, per year
$82,690–$128,790middle half earn
540employed in New Jersey
$98,920U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Biological Scientists, All Other.
Licenses and training in New Jersey
Biological Scientists, All Other pay in other states
Maryland · $121,680California · $113,530Delaware · $113,400Connecticut · $111,940Washington · $108,110Massachusetts · $107,100Alaska · $106,870Maine · $104,570New York · $104,120Rhode Island · $101,750
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against biological scientists, all other and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
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O*NET-SOC 19-1029.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New Jersey, annual.