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Job outlook for senior biomedical technicians in the United States
Are senior biomedical technician jobs in demand?
Senior biomedical technician job and salary trends over time
Senior biomedical technician jobs over time
Senior biomedical technician job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 676 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 734 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 778 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 746 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 791 | 0.00% |
Average senior biomedical technician salary over time
Senior biomedical technician salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $79,584 | $38.26 | +1.3% |
| 2025 | $78,544 | $37.76 | +3.2% |
| 2024 | $76,087 | $36.58 | +0.6% |
| 2023 | $75,648 | $36.37 | +2.8% |
| 2022 | $73,569 | $35.37 | --0.7% |
Senior biomedical technician jobs by state
Most common states for senior biomedical technicians
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 101 | 8% |
| 2 | Delaware | 961,939 | 56 | 6% |
| 3 | Vermont | 623,657 | 40 | 6% |
| 4 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 322 | 5% |
| 5 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 471 | 4% |
| 6 | Missouri | 6,113,532 | 246 | 4% |
| 7 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 132 | 4% |
| 8 | West Virginia | 1,815,857 | 64 | 4% |
| 9 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 321 | 3% |
| 10 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 237 | 3% |
| 11 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 198 | 3% |
| 12 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 189 | 3% |
| 13 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 169 | 3% |
| 14 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 161 | 3% |
| 15 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 87 | 3% |
| 16 | Mississippi | 2,984,100 | 75 | 3% |
| 17 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 43 | 3% |
| 18 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 31 | 3% |
| 19 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 152 | 2% |
| 20 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 141 | 2% |
Most common cities for senior biomedical technicians
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andover | 1 | 3% | $93,272 |
| 2 | Highland Park | 1 | 3% | $88,039 |
| 3 | Mundelein | 1 | 3% | $87,896 |
| 4 | Berwyn | 1 | 2% | $87,919 |
| 5 | Daytona Beach | 1 | 2% | $85,127 |
| 6 | Centennial | 1 | 1% | $67,536 |
| 7 | Columbus | 1 | 1% | $66,498 |
| 8 | Coral Springs | 1 | 1% | $81,884 |
| 9 | Mission Viejo | 1 | 1% | $90,438 |
| 10 | Orange | 1 | 1% | $90,838 |
| 11 | Pasadena | 1 | 1% | $91,520 |
| 12 | Atlanta | 1 | 0% | $67,484 |
| 13 | Boston | 1 | 0% | $93,707 |
| 14 | Indianapolis | 1 | 0% | $92,052 |
| 15 | Sacramento | 1 | 0% | $96,143 |
| 16 | San Francisco | 1 | 0% | $97,071 |
Senior Biomedical Technician job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of senior biomedical technician experts
University of Connecticut
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
What technical skills for a Senior Biomedical Technician stand out to employers?
Yupeng Chen Ph.D.: Impacted by the pandemic, employers will prefer candidates who can work remotely and communicate effectively in a virtual office environment, so it is very important for candidates to get familiar with general office software as well as commonly used virtual communication platforms.
What's a good job out of college for Senior Biomedical Technicians?
Yupeng Chen Ph.D.: Any job that fits the student's overall career goal is a good job. Many students weigh too much on salary which should not be the dominating factor. It is more important for students to think about whether this job can offer a platform to learn valuable skills and a path to develop a successful career.
What technical skills for a Senior Biomedical Technician stand out to employers?
Ge Wang Ph.D.: As mentioned above, the AI stuff has attracted immediate attentions. The relevant courses will prepare our students better for the job market in the next several years. RPI has been promoting these things for a number of years, as an integral part of our strategic plan. Partnership with IBM and other companies is also invaluable.
What's a good job out of college for Senior Biomedical Technicians?
Ge Wang Ph.D.: This depends on students. As a major engineer school, our students are in great need by both established and start-up companies. Research-oriented training and jobs are also excellent options.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Senior Biomedical Technicians?
Kristen Labazzo Ph.D.: Only time will tell, but what I can say is, students who were/are in critical lab-based courses during a remote learning phase will obviously be impacted. While our professors have done their best to adapt lab classes and even research opportunities virtually, nothing beats handling an instrument, running an assay, or performing an experiment in person. I am concerned that the students who had a bulk of their hands-on courses during virtual learning have missed out on learning skills that their older or younger peers will have.
What certifications/licenses/courses can have the biggest impact for Senior Biomedical Technicians?
Kristen Labazzo Ph.D.: Having a solid core academic foundation is always important, and certificates can be useful, but I think for industry preparedness, a co-op or internship is the best experience. Experiential learning truly immerses you in the environment, and puts all of the academic learnings into context.
What soft skills should all Senior Biomedical Technicians possess?
Kristen Labazzo Ph.D.: Soft skills are definitely on the radar more than they used to be! It's not enough to be technically skilled at your job; companies want people who can communicate and fit into the culture of the company. So I would definitely say good communication and writing skills. You need to be able to describe what you do in 2 minutes if you run into the CEO (the "elevator pitch") but also how to give an effective presentation to a diverse audience at a company meeting. There is also a new term; Emotional IQ. Companies want workers who respond appropriately to situations, whether it be switching gears b/c the CTO wants data from another experiment for a board meeting, or receiving constructive feedback from a manager. You have to be flexible and adaptive and sometimes you have to pivot unexpectedly.