BIOTECHNOLOGY

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Biotechnology is the use of living systems and organisms to develop or make useful products that help improve our lives. Featured most prominently in the biotechnology arena is the production of medical drugs being used in health care. With major biomanufacturing and pharmaceutical industries located in Johnston County, the biotechnology field is wide open for qualified job seekers.

CORE SKILLS
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Great communication skills - written and verbal
Flexibility
Ability to work on team
Innovative thinker
Ability to work under pressure, time management, working under deadlines, etc

Quick learner, adaptable
Interest in science and math
Complex problem solving

JOCO WORKS WORLD LEADER

BIOTECHNOLOGY WORLD CONTRIBUTORS:
Grifols
Novo Nordisk
Johnston Community College

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CAREER QUIZ >

Industry Occupation	Annual Entry Wage	Annual Experienced Wage	Education Required
Computer Hardware Engineers	78,230	155,410	Bachelor's Degree
Statisticians	62,660	151,760	Master's Degree
Chemical Engineers	77,260	121,540	Bachelor's Degree
Electrical Engineers	62,770	128,330	Bachelor's Degree
Electronics Engineers, Except Computer	60,900	128,590	Bachelor's Degree
Industrial Engineers	62,160	101,760	Bachelor's Degree
Mechanical Engineers	50,010	102,890	Bachelor's Degree
Chemists	50,100	99,230	Bachelor's Degree
Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health	48,720	80,910	Bachelor's Degree
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technicians	37,850	78,700	Associate's Degree
Life, Physical and Social Science Technicians, All Other	37,830	64,410	Associate's Degree
Industrial Engineering Technicians	37,040	69,030	Associate's Degree
Biological Technician	30,730	71,620	Associate's Degree
Chemical Technicians	30,460	61,400	Associate's Degree
Clinical Laboratory Technologist and Technicians	30,320	63,980	Associate's Degree
Maintenance and Repair Workers	28,950	50,680	High School Diploma or Equivalent