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Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary in Massachusetts

Considering working as a Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary in Massachusetts? Here’s what you need to know. Teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

What do Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary Make in Massachusetts?

The biological science teachers, postsecondary working in Massachusetts, the median annual wage is $83,560 per year.Annual wages span from $51,260 at the 10th percentile to $178,030 at the 90th percentile.

Wage Statistic	Annual	Hourly
10th percentile	$51,260	n/a
25th percentile	$64,180	n/a
Median (50th)	$83,560	$0.00
75th percentile	$128,380	n/a
90th percentile	$178,030	n/a

National Wage Comparison

Nationally, biological science teachers, postsecondary earn a median of $41,048 per year ($19.73/hour), higher than the Massachusetts median.

Employment Outlook

Nationally, total employment in this occupation is 259,892 biological science teachers, postsecondary in the U.S..

Top States for Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary Employment

These states have the highest employment of biological science teachers, postsecondary work.

State	Number Employed
Texas	4,240
New York	3,900
California	3,670
Florida	3,090
Pennsylvania	2,570
Arizona	2,520
North Carolina	1,970
Virginia	1,890
Illinois	1,700
Michigan	1,520
Ohio	1,350
New Jersey	1,330
Alabama	1,170
Missouri	1,120
Indiana	1,080
Georgia	1,080
Maryland	990
Tennessee	970
Washington	910
Colorado	840

Highest-Paying States for Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary

These states pay the most for biological science teachers, postsecondary.

State	Annual Median Salary
California	$125,670
Alaska	$107,230
Utah	$103,830
Rhode Island	$101,800
New Jersey	$100,870
Michigan	$100,110
New York	$100,110
Montana	$97,620
Oregon	$97,520
New Hampshire	$85,980

Skills

The most important biological science teachers, postsecondary skills, rated on an importance scale of 0 to 5:

Knowledge Areas

Key knowledge areas for this occupation, rated on an importance scale of 0 to 5:

Abilities

Top abilities for biological science teachers, postsecondary, rated on an importance scale of 0 to 5:

Daily Tasks

Common tasks include:

• Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
• Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as molecular biology, marine biology, and botany.
• Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
• Prepare materials for laboratory activities and course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
• Supervise students' laboratory work.
• Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
• Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
• Assist students who need extra help with their coursework outside of class.
• Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.

Work Activities

• Training and Teaching Others
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
• Working with Computers
• Processing Information
• Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
• Thinking Creatively
• Analyzing Data or Information
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems
• Getting Information
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

Tools & Technology

Common tools and software used in this occupation include: Hot technologies: Google Docs, IBM SPSS Statistics In-demand technologies: Learning management system LMS

What Major Will Prepare You For This Career?

Several college majors map to this occupation:

• General Biology
• Biochemistry & Biophysics
• Neurobiology & Neurosciences
• Physiology & Pathology Sciences
• Cell Biology & Anatomical Sciences
• Ecology & Systematics Biology
• Other Biological Sciences
• Microbiology Science & Immunology
• Biotechnology
• Zoology
• Genetics
• Biomathematics & Bioinformatics
• Botany/Plant Biology
• Pharmacology & Toxicology
• Molecular Medicine
• Nutrition Science
• Human Biology
• Biopsychology
• Geobiology
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Related Careers

Related occupations to biological science teachers, postsecondary include:

• Biochemists and Biophysicists
• Bioinformatics Scientists
• Molecular and Cellular Biologists
• Geneticists
• Biologists
• Biological Technicians

Also Known As

Adjunct Biology Instructor, Adjunct Biology Professor, Adjunct Instructor, Algology Teacher, Anatomy Instructor, Anatomy Professor, Apiculture Teacher, Arboriculture Teacher, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Bacteriology Professor, Bacteriology Teacher, Biochemistry Professor, Biochemistry Teacher, Biological Sciences Instructor.

References

• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics — https://www.bls.gov/oes/
• O*NET Online — https://www.onetonline.org/
• BLS Employment Projections — https://www.bls.gov/emp/
• O*NET-SOC code: 25-1042.00