Salary Breakdown
Molecular and Cellular Biologists
Average
$68,360
ANNUAL
$32.86
HOURLY
Entry Level
$47,050
ANNUAL
$22.62
HOURLY
Mid Level
$61,780
ANNUAL
$29.70
HOURLY
Expert Level
$98,130
ANNUAL
$47.18
HOURLY
Projected Jobs
Molecular and Cellular Biologists
630
Projected job openings through 2030
Sample Career Roadmap
Molecular and Cellular Biologists
Supporting Programs
Molecular and Cellular Biologists
Top Expected Tasks
Molecular and Cellular Biologists
01
Maintain accurate laboratory records and data.
02
Design molecular or cellular laboratory experiments, oversee their execution, and interpret results.
03
Write grant applications to obtain funding.
04
Perform laboratory procedures following protocols including deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) sequencing, cloning and extraction, ribonucleic acid (RNA) purification, or gel electrophoresis.
05
Conduct research on cell organization and function, including mechanisms of gene expression, cellular bioinformatics, cell signaling, or cell differentiation.
06
Prepare or review reports, manuscripts, or meeting presentations.
07
Instruct undergraduate and graduate students within the areas of cellular or molecular biology.
08
Direct, coordinate, organize, or prioritize biological laboratory activities.
09
Compile and analyze molecular or cellular experimental data and adjust experimental designs as necessary.
10
Evaluate new technologies to enhance or complement current research.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Molecular and Cellular Biologists
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Biology
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Chemistry
KNOWLEDGE
Mathematics
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
SKILL
Science
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Writing
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Active Listening
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Written Expression
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