Careers · Microbiologists · New Jersey
Microbiologists in New Jersey
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 New Jersey the median pay is $96,020 a year, 9% above the national median of $87,990.
$96,020median pay in New Jersey, per year
$80,010–$112,860middle half earn
790employed in New Jersey
$87,990U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in New Jersey
15open roles like this on employer career sites, 0 in New Jersey or remote
4employers hiring
13posted in the last 7 days
CA · MN · WIwhere most openings are
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
ScienceReading ComprehensionWritingCritical ThinkingActive ListeningSpeakingActive LearningJudgment and Decision Making
Knowledge areas
BiologyChemistryEnglish LanguageComputers and ElectronicsEducation and TrainingMathematics (knowledge)
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Microbiologists.
Licenses and training in New Jersey
Microbiologists pay in other states
Massachusetts · $122,350California · $108,530Maryland · $108,470Georgia · $103,070Illinois · $92,050Oregon · $89,220Montana · $87,750Connecticut · $86,360North Carolina · $85,860Pennsylvania · $84,650
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against microbiologists and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against microbiologists and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 19-1022.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New Jersey, annual.