How much does a Biologist V make in San Jose, CA? The average Biologist V salary in San Jose, CA is $157,693 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $136,723 and $172,986. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Biologist V Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Biologist V Salary $117,631 San Jose,CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Biologist V Salary $136,723 San Jose,CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Biologist V Salary $157,693 San Jose,CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Biologist V Salary $172,986 San Jose,CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Biologist V Salary $186,910 San Jose,CA March 26, 2024
25% $136,723 10% $117,631 90% $186,910 75% $172,986 $157,693 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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Cell Biology: Utilizing techniques to study cell structures and functions for further research on human anatomy, physiology, and medications.

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Environmental Science: Environmental science refers to a grouping of scientific disciplines that are all concerned with the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of the surroundings in which organisms live.

Analysis 9.05%
Cell Biology 2.44%
Environmental Science 1.77%
Others 86.74%

Job Description for Biologist V

Biologist V 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 V requires a master's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a manager. The Biologist V works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. To be a Biologist V typically requires 10+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Biologist V salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Biologist V, the highest Biologist V salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Biologist V salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Biologist V salary is in Miami, FL, where the Biologist V salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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