How much does a Biologist I make in Alabama? The average Biologist I salary in Alabama is $52,521 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $47,570 and $59,286. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Biologist I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Biologist I Salary $43,062 AL April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Biologist I Salary $47,570 AL April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Biologist I Salary $52,521 AL April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Biologist I Salary $59,286 AL April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Biologist I Salary $65,446 AL April 24, 2024
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Technical Source - Birmingham, AL

HudsonAlpha - Computational Biologist I - GSC

HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology - Huntsville, AL

HudsonAlpha - Computational Biologist I - Clevenger Lab

HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology - Huntsville, AL

HudsonAlpha - Associate Computational Biologist - GSC

HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology - Huntsville, AL

What skills does a Biologist I need?

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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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.

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Microbiology: Microbiology (from Greek μῑκρος, mīkros, "small"; βίος, bios, "life"; and -λογία, -logia) is the study of microorganisms, those being unicellular (single cell), multicellular (cell colony), or acellular (lacking cells). Microbiology encompasses numerous sub-disciplines including virology, parasitology, mycology and bacteriology. Eukaryotic microorganisms possess membrane-bound cell organelles and include fungi and protists, whereas prokaryotic organisms—all of which are microorganisms—are conventionally classified as lacking membrane-bound organelles and include Bacteria and Archaea. Microbiologists traditionally relied on culture, staining, and microscopy. However, less than 1% of the microorganisms present in common environments can be cultured in isolation using current means. Microbiologists often rely on molecular biology tools such as DNA sequence based identification, for example 16s rRNA gene sequence used for bacteria identification.

Analysis 11.35%
SOP 1.89%
Microbiology 2.53%
Others 84.23%

Job Description for Biologist I

Biologist I 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 I requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Biologist I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Job Openings for Biologist I in Alabama
  • Technical Source is currently in search of a. Biologist. for our pharmaceutical manufacturing client in the. Birmingham, AL. area. The qualified candidate ...
    - 2 Days Ago
  • Position: Research. Computational Biologist I - GSC. Position Type. Full-Time. Salary. $70,000 - $80,000. INSTITUTE OVERVIEW. The HudsonAlpha Institute for...
    - 2 Days Ago
  • Position. Computational Biologist I - Clevenger Lab. Position Type. Full-Time. Pay. $70,000-$80,000. INSTITUTE OVERVIEW. The HudsonAlpha Institute for Biot...
    - 4 Days Ago
  • Position: Research. Associate Computational Biologist - GSC. Position Type. Full-Time. Salary. $60,000 - $70,000. INSTITUTE OVERVIEW. The HudsonAlpha Insti...
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Location Georgiana, AL Avg. Salary $50,292 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Tanner, AL Avg. Salary $53,150 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Abbeville, AL Avg. Salary $48,806 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Abernant, AL Avg. Salary $53,035 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adamsville, AL Avg. Salary $53,378 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Addison, AL Avg. Salary $52,007 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adger, AL Avg. Salary $53,035 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Akron, AL Avg. Salary $53,150 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alabaster, AL Avg. Salary $53,035 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alberta, AL Avg. Salary $51,721 Date Updated April 24, 2024

Career Path for Biologist I

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Biologist I, the first career path typically progresses to Agronomist.

The second career path typically starts with a Biologist II position, and then progresses to Biologist IV.

The third career path typically starts with a Microbiologist II position, and then progresses to Microbiologist IV.

Additionally, the fourth career path typically starts with a Hydrologist position, and then progresses to Meteorologist.

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