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Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers

Health Science $41.70 Bachelor's degree 6%  projected growth 10  annual job openings

Apply knowledge of engineering, biology, chemistry, computer science, and biomechanical principles to the design, development, and evaluation of biological, agricultural, and health systems and products, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, medical information systems, and health management and care delivery systems.

Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Education & Training $39.80 Doctoral or professional degree 15%  projected growth 40  annual job openings

Teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Biological Scientists, All Other

Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics $37.72 Bachelor's degree 4%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

All biological scientists not listed separately.

Broadcast Technicians

Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications $24.95 Associate's degree 9%  projected growth 40  annual job openings

Set up, operate, and maintain the electronic equipment used to acquire, edit, and transmit audio and video for radio or television programs. Control and adjust incoming and outgoing broadcast signals to regulate sound volume, signal strength, and signal clarity. Operate satellite, microwave, or other transmitter equipment to broadcast radio or television programs.

Budget Analysts

Finance $32.81 Bachelor's degree 6%  projected growth 40  annual job openings

Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.

Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics $21.71 High school diploma or equivalent 12%  projected growth 340  annual job openings

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul buses and trucks, or maintain and repair any type of diesel engines. Includes mechanics working primarily with automobile or marine diesel engines.

Bus Drivers, School

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics $15.09 High school diploma or equivalent 19%  projected growth 1,360  annual job openings

Drive a school bus to transport students. Ensure adherence to safety rules. May assist students in boarding or exiting.

Business Operations Specialists, All Other

Business Management & Administration $34.20 Bachelor's degree 4%  projected growth 420  annual job openings

All business operations specialists not listed separately.

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Education & Training $45.76 Doctoral or professional degree 9%  projected growth 90  annual job openings

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Butchers and Meat Cutters

Manufacturing $18.10 No formal educational credential 2%  projected growth 220  annual job openings

Cut, trim, or prepare consumer-sized portions of meat for use or sale in retail establishments.