How much does a Biologist IV make in Albany, NY? The average Biologist IV salary in Albany, NY is $117,097 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $100,433 and $136,757. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Biologist IV Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Biologist IV Salary $85,261 Albany,NY February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Biologist IV Salary $100,433 Albany,NY February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Biologist IV Salary $117,097 Albany,NY February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Biologist IV Salary $136,757 Albany,NY February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Biologist IV Salary $154,656 Albany,NY February 26, 2024
25% $100,433 10% $85,261 90% $154,656 75% $136,757 $117,097 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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Python: Applying the concepts and algorithms of Python to design, develop and maintain software applications to comply with business requirements.

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SOP: SOP is A standard operating procedure is a set of step-by-step instructions compiled by an organization to help workers carry out routine operations.

Analysis 14.21%
Python 2.78%
SOP 1.97%
Others 81.04%

Job Description for Biologist IV

Biologist IV studies the basic principles of plant and animal life and the effects of varying environmental and physical conditions such as radioactivity or pollution. Studies reactions of plants, animals, and marine species to parasites, bacteria, pharmaceuticals and chemicals. Being a Biologist IV requires a master's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a manager. The Biologist IV work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. To be a Biologist IV typically requires 7+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Biologist IV

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For Biologist IV, the first career path typically progresses to Biologist V.

The second career path typically progresses to Microbiologist V.

The third career path typically progresses to Chemist V.

Additionally, the fourth career path typically progresses to Physicist V.

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Biologist IV salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Biologist IV, the highest Biologist IV salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Biologist IV salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Biologist IV salary is in Miami, FL, where the Biologist IV salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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