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Biological Technicians in New York

Biological technicians assist scientists by setting up and maintaining laboratory equipment, conducting experiments, and collecting samples and data. They work in hospitals, research facilities, pharmaceutical companies, and diagnostic labs, performing tasks like analyzing blood, food, and drugs In New York the median pay is $61,210 a year, 6% above the national median of $57,510.

$61,210median pay in New York, per year
$47,820–$73,240middle half earn
5,050employed in New York
$57,510U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes

Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most hold a bachelor’s degree.

Skills that matter most

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningScienceCritical ThinkingWritingActive LearningSpeakingMonitoring

Knowledge areas

BiologyEnglish LanguageComputers and ElectronicsChemistryMathematics (knowledge)Administrative

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Licenses and training in New York

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O*NET-SOC 19-4021.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New York, annual.