(STEM) Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

Bioinformatics Scientists

Conduct research using bioinformatics theory and methods in areas such as pharmaceuticals, medical technology, biotechnology, computational biology, proteomics, computer information science, biology and medical informatics.

Salary Breakdown

Bioinformatics Scientists

Average

$91,240

ANNUAL

$43.87

HOURLY

Entry Level

$46,190

ANNUAL

$22.21

HOURLY

Mid Level

$79,530

ANNUAL

$38.24

HOURLY

Expert Level

$140,740

ANNUAL

$67.67

HOURLY


Projected Jobs

Bioinformatics Scientists

430

Projected job openings through 2030


Sample Career Roadmap

Bioinformatics Scientists

Degree Recommendations


 Cochise College

 Arizona Western College

 Central Arizona College


Top Expected Tasks

Bioinformatics Scientists


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Bioinformatics Scientists

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

KNOWLEDGE

Biology

KNOWLEDGE

Computers and Electronics

KNOWLEDGE

Mathematics

KNOWLEDGE

English Language

KNOWLEDGE

Chemistry

SKILL

Critical Thinking

SKILL

Reading Comprehension

SKILL

Active Listening

SKILL

Complex Problem Solving

SKILL

Speaking

ABILITY

Written Comprehension

ABILITY

Written Expression

ABILITY

Oral Comprehension

ABILITY

Deductive Reasoning

ABILITY

Inductive Reasoning


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