Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
$83,980
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
+7% projected 2024–2034
What They Do
Postsecondary teachers instruct students in a variety of academic subjects beyond the high school level.
Programs That Prepare You
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