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Life Scientist

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April 29, 2024 3 minute read

Life Scientists study the behavior and biology of living organisms, including humans, animals, plants, fungi, and microorganisms. They research the structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, and distribution of organisms. Life Scientists conduct research in universities and private industry in order to develop medical treatments, improve agricultural practices, and study the origins and evolution of life on Earth.

Education

Most Life Scientists have a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or a related field. Some Life Scientists also have a master's degree or doctorate. Life Scientists typically need to complete additional training in specialized areas such as molecular biology, genetics, or ecology.

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Salaries for Life Scientist

City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$130,000

$168,000

$227,000

$168,000

San Francisco

$120,000

$142,000

$176,000

$142,000

Seattle

$112,000

$139,000

$172,000

$139,000

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City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$130,000

$168,000

$227,000

$168,000

San Francisco

$120,000

$142,000

$176,000

$142,000

Seattle

$112,000

$139,000

$172,000

$139,000

Austin

$129,000

$162,000

$210,000

$162,000

Toronto

$98,000

$125,000

$164,000

$125,000

London

£44,000

£58,000

£79,000

£58,000

Paris

€68,000

€92,000

€125,000

€92,000

Berlin

€60,000

€70,000

€80,000

€70,000

Tel Aviv

₪458,000

₪555,000

₪693,000

₪555,000

Singapore

S$72,000

S$116,000

S$195,000

S$116,000

Beijing

¥373,000

¥492,000

¥681,000

¥492,000

Shanghai

¥264,000

¥365,000

¥572,000

¥365,000

Bengalaru

₹501,000

₹639,000

₹792,000

₹639,000

Delhi

₹480,000

₹531,200

₹694,000

₹531,200

Bars indicate relevance. All salaries presented are estimates. Completion of this course does not guarantee or imply job placement or career outcomes.

Path to Life Scientist

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We've curated two courses to help you on your path to Life Scientist. Use these to develop your skills, build background knowledge, and put what you learn to practice.

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