Microbiologists in Maryland
Microbiologists study microscopic organisms including bacteria, algae, and fungi to understand their growth, structure, and characteristics. Medical microbiologists examine how these organisms relate to disease and how antibiotics affect them In Maryland the median pay is $108,470 a year, 23% above the national median of $87,990.
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Who is hiring in Maryland
Openings in Maryland and remote
- Microbiologist · Food and Drug Administration · Silver Spring, Maryland · $107446–$139684
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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
Knowledge areas
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Licenses and training in Maryland
Microbiologists pay in other states
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O*NET-SOC 19-1022.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Maryland, annual.