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

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BIOTECHNOLOGY WORLD CONTRIBUTORS:
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Industry Occupation	Annual Entry Wage	Annual Experienced Wage	Education Required
Computer Hardware Engineers	71,200	126,530	Bachelor's Degree
Statisticians	68,810	117,110	Master's Degree
Chemical Engineers	67,730	115,850	Bachelor's Degree
Electrical Engineers	63,840	114,320	Bachelor's Degree
Electronics Engineers, Except Computer	63,680	113,770	Bachelor's Degree
Industrial Engineers	60,810	100,270	Bachelor's Degree
Mechanical Engineers	59,060	101,680	Bachelor's Degree
Chemists	49,090	92,180	Bachelor's Degree
Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health	44,190	75,180	Bachelor's Degree
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technicians	40,400	68,150	Associate's Degree
Life, Physical and Social Science Technicians, All Other	36,200	61,990	Associate's Degree
Industrial Engineering Technicians	33,860	56,910	Associate's Degree
Bioprocessing Technician	32,030	52,540	Associate's Degree
Chemical Technicians	31,960	56,070	Associate's Degree
Clinical Laboratory Technologist and Technicians	31,960	56,070	Associate's Degree
Maintenance and Repair Workers	26,310	45,810	High School Diploma or Equivalent