How much does a Biologist III make in California? The average Biologist III salary in California is $91,673 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $79,302 and $107,680. 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 III Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Biologist III Salary $68,038 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Biologist III Salary $79,302 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Biologist III Salary $91,673 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Biologist III Salary $107,680 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Biologist III Salary $122,254 CA March 26, 2024
25% $79,302 10% $68,038 90% $122,254 75% $107,680 $91,673 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Biologist III 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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Chemistry: Chemistry is the branch of science that deals with the composition, structure, and properties of substances of which matter is composed.

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Biochemistry: Applying biochemical principles and methodologies to study and analyze the chemical processes of living organisms.

Analysis 11.2%
Chemistry 2.14%
Biochemistry 1.7%
Others 84.96%

Job Description for Biologist III

Biologist III 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 III requires a master's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Biologist III typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $87,600 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $88,847 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $92,005 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $87,434 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $85,190 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $90,675 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $87,850 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $82,780 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $101,397 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $101,148 Date Updated March 26, 2024

Career Path for Biologist III

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 III, the first career path typically starts with a Biologist IV position, and then Biologist V.

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

The third career path typically progresses to Meteorologist.

Additionally, the fourth career path typically starts with a Chemist IV position, and then progresses to Chemist V.

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