Senior clinical laboratory scientist demographics and statistics in the US
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Senior clinical laboratory scientist gender statistics
57.4% of senior clinical laboratory scientists are women and 42.6% of senior clinical laboratory scientists are men.
- Female, 57.4%
- Male, 42.6%
Senior clinical laboratory scientist gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 57.4% |
| Male | 42.6% |
Senior clinical laboratory scientist gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$82,279
Female income
$78,813
Senior clinical laboratory scientist gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in senior clinical laboratory scientist positions over time. Currently, 57.4% of senior clinical laboratory scientists are female.
Senior clinical laboratory scientist gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 41.39% | 58.61% |
| 2011 | 39.17% | 60.83% |
| 2012 | 40.53% | 59.47% |
| 2013 | 39.01% | 60.99% |
| 2014 | 39.89% | 60.11% |
| 2015 | 40.20% | 59.80% |
| 2016 | 42.07% | 57.93% |
| 2017 | 40.97% | 59.03% |
| 2018 | 42.86% | 57.14% |
| 2019 | 44.77% | 55.23% |
| 2020 | 45.70% | 54.30% |
| 2021 | 42.57% | 57.43% |
Senior clinical laboratory scientist related jobs gender ratio
We compared senior clinical laboratory scientists with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, guitar technician and armorer technician have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Radiographer, Mammographer | 2% | 98% |
| Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Lead Mammographer | 3% | 97% |
| Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist | 43% | 57% |
| Driver/Technician | 93% | 7% |
| Armorer Technician | 95% | 5% |
| Guitar Technician | 96% | 4% |
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Senior clinical laboratory scientist demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among senior clinical laboratory scientists is White, which makes up 50.7% of all senior clinical laboratory scientists. Comparatively, 18.2% of senior clinical laboratory scientists are Asian and 16.0% of senior clinical laboratory scientists are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 50.7%
- Asian, 18.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 16.0%
- Black or African American, 9.3%
- Unknown, 5.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Senior clinical laboratory scientist race
| Senior clinical laboratory scientist race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 50.7% |
| Asian | 18.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.0% |
| Black or African American | 9.3% |
| Unknown | 5.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Senior clinical laboratory scientist race and ethnicity over time
See how senior clinical laboratory scientist racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Senior clinical laboratory scientist race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 58.11% | 9.39% | 17.66% | 12.25% |
| 2011 | 58.20% | 9.39% | 17.70% | 11.49% |
| 2012 | 57.25% | 10.16% | 17.55% | 12.42% |
| 2013 | 57.67% | 9.61% | 17.59% | 12.63% |
| 2014 | 57.69% | 9.99% | 17.41% | 12.27% |
| 2015 | 55.70% | 11.40% | 17.58% | 12.38% |
| 2016 | 56.68% | 10.34% | 17.42% | 12.75% |
| 2017 | 55.97% | 10.01% | 17.64% | 13.75% |
| 2018 | 55.87% | 10.32% | 16.76% | 13.82% |
| 2019 | 53.66% | 10.44% | 18.96% | 14.17% |
| 2020 | 52.20% | 10.51% | 18.25% | 14.03% |
| 2021 | 50.72% | 9.28% | 18.18% | 15.97% |
Senior clinical laboratory scientist wage gap by race
According to our data, asian senior clinical laboratory scientists have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american senior clinical laboratory scientists have the lowest average salary at $77,136.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $80,911 |
| White | $82,971 |
| Black or African American | $77,136 |
| Asian | $88,667 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $82,127 |
Average senior clinical laboratory scientist age
See how the average age of senior clinical laboratory scientists varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Senior clinical laboratory scientist age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 46 | 42 |
| Unknown | 35 | 39 |
| Asian | 43.5 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 38 |
| White | 41 | 48 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 44.5 |
Senior clinical laboratory scientist age breakdown
The average age of senior clinical laboratory scientists is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the senior clinical laboratory scientist population.
Senior clinical laboratory scientist age breakdown
| Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 23% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Senior clinical laboratory scientist educational attainment
The most common degree for senior clinical laboratory scientists is bachelor's degree, with 67% of senior clinical laboratory scientists earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 14% and master's degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 67%
- Master's, 14%
- Associate, 6%
- Doctorate, 4%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Senior clinical laboratory scientists by degree level
| Senior clinical laboratory scientist degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 67% |
| Master's | 14% |
| Associate | 6% |
| Doctorate | 4% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Senior clinical laboratory scientist wage gap by degree level
According to the data, senior clinical laboratory scientists with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $97,942 annually. With a Doctorate degree, senior clinical laboratory scientists earn a median annual income of $96,221 compared to $93,501 for senior clinical laboratory scientists with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $97,942 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $65,841 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $93,501 |
| Doctorate Degree | $96,221 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $79,160 |
Senior clinical laboratory scientist employment statistics
Company size where senior clinical laboratory scientists work
Below, you can see the size of companies where senior clinical laboratory scientists work.
Senior clinical laboratory scientist jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 5% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 7% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 12% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 17% |
| > 10,000 employees | 37% |
Senior clinical laboratory scientist jobs by company type
Employees with the senior clinical laboratory scientist job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most senior clinical laboratory scientists prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Senior clinical laboratory scientist jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 26% |
| Private | 65% |
| Government | 3% |
Senior clinical laboratory scientist turnover and employment statistics
Senior clinical laboratory scientist unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for senior clinical laboratory scientists between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Senior clinical laboratory scientist unemployment rate by year
| Year | Senior clinical laboratory scientist unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.81% |
| 2011 | 3.25% |
| 2012 | 3.60% |
| 2013 | 3.61% |
| 2014 | 2.96% |
| 2015 | 2.58% |
| 2016 | 2.17% |
| 2017 | 1.79% |
| 2018 | 1.99% |
| 2019 | 1.76% |
| 2020 | 1.93% |
| 2021 | 1.96% |
Average senior clinical laboratory scientist tenure
The average senior clinical laboratory scientist stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 115 senior clinical laboratory scientists resumes in Zippia's database.
Senior clinical laboratory scientist tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 6% |
| 1-2 years | 24% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 28% |
Senior clinical laboratory scientist LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of senior clinical laboratory scientists that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist Technician Trainee | 5.02% | 97,227 |
| Implant Coordinator | 6.89% | 17,619 |
| Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist | 8.24% | - |
| Medical Care Evaluation Specialist | 9.29% | 107,415 |
| Contact Lens Fitter | 12.53% | 3,203 |
| Endoscopic Technician | 12.80% | 48,259 |
| Nuclear Medicine Internship | 21.93% | 59,100 |
Similar senior clinical laboratory scientist jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist Technician Trainee | 5.02% | 97,227 |
| Implant Coordinator | 6.89% | 17,619 |
| Medical Care Evaluation Specialist | 9.29% | 107,415 |
| Contact Lens Fitter | 12.53% | 3,203 |
| Endoscopic Technician | 12.80% | 48,259 |
| Nuclear Medicine Internship | 21.93% | 59,100 |
Foreign languages spoken by senior clinical laboratory scientists
- Spanish, 50.0%
- Vietnamese, 50.0%
Senior clinical laboratory scientist languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 50.0% |
| Vietnamese | 50.0% |
