Food Scientists and Technologists
SOC: 19-1012.00
Description:
Use chemistry, microbiology, engineering, and other sciences to study the principles underlying the processing and deterioration of foods; analyze food content to determine levels of vitamins, fat, sugar, and protein; discover new food sources; research ways to make processed foods safe, palatable, and healthful; and apply food science knowledge to determine best ways to process, package, preserve, store, and distribute food.
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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2015 wage data.
Employment Projections:
15,400 employed
16,000 employed
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2015 2014-2024 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2014-2024). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.
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Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Experience:
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
Education:
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Job Training:
Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
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life physical and social science
industry stats
SOC: 19-0000
Total Employed: 1,146,110
Average Annual Salary: $71,220
