Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other

Apply principles and methods of bioinformatics to assist scientists in areas such as pharmaceuticals, medical technology, biotechnology, computational biology, proteomics, computer information science, biology and medical informatics. Apply bioinformatics tools to visualize, analyze, manipulate or interpret molecular data. May build and maintain databases for processing and analyzing genomic or other biological information.

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BLS projects U.S. employment for Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other to increase by 7.1% between 2024 and 2034, from 4,000 to 4,200 jobs. Its estimate of 200 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($81,490), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.

Base employment (2024)

4,000

Projected employment (2034)

4,200

Projected change (2024–2034)

7%

Annual openings (projected average)

200

Pay & Preparation
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$81,490

Bachelor's degree

None

None

Essential Skills

Reading Comprehension (3.75/5) • Complex Problem Solving (3.5/5) • Active Listening (3.5/5) • Active Learning (3.5/5) • Writing (3.5/5) • Critical Thinking (3.5/5)

O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.

BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.

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