Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC Code: 25-1042 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Advertisement
Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $211,660,800 | $290,915,040 | $370,171,360 | $449,425,600 |
| El Centro, CA | $195,083,200 | $271,175,840 | $347,270,560 | $423,363,200 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $181,188,800 | $255,367,840 | $329,548,960 | $403,728,000 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $180,606,400 | $253,412,640 | $326,220,960 | $399,027,200 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $175,011,200 | $244,857,600 | $314,704,000 | $384,550,400 |
| Modesto, CA | $172,182,400 | $240,816,160 | $309,447,840 | $378,081,600 |
| Vallejo, CA | $183,144,000 | $245,356,800 | $307,569,600 | $369,782,400 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $175,198,400 | $236,855,840 | $298,515,360 | $360,172,800 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $172,224,000 | $234,131,040 | $296,040,160 | $357,947,200 |
| Redding, CA | $161,220,800 | $223,496,000 | $285,771,200 | $348,046,400 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Weill Cornell Medical College | 43 | $94,204 |
| University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio | 41 | $4,143,859 |
| University of Michigan | 28 | $115,602 |
| Harvard University | 28 | $100,848 |
| Texas A&M University | 25 | $87,351 |
| UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA | 21 | $103,340 |
| Cornell University | 21 | $129,793 |
| Yale University | 20 | $158,455 |
| UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO | 19 | $115,471 |
| The Pennsylvania State University | 18 | $89,803 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 69 | $86,504 |
| 2021 | 79 | $88,752 |
| 2022 | 112 | $89,329 |
| 2023 | 225 | $90,954 |
| 2024 | 386 | $91,886 |
| 2025 | 479 | $733,300 |
| 2026 | 79 | $100,531 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 4.2 | |
| Learning Strategies | 4.1 | |
| Instructing | 4.1 | |
| Active Learning | 4.0 | |
| Science | 4.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Biology | 5.0 |
| English Language | 4.4 |
| Mathematics | 4.2 |
| Chemistry | 4.1 |
| Education and Training | 4.1 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.8 |
| Administrative | 3.2 |
| Medicine and Dentistry | 3.2 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-first professional | 48.4% |
| Other | 38.4% |
| Doctoral degree | 11.7% |
| Associate's degree | 1.3% |
Typical Tasks
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as molecular biology, marine biology, and botany.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
- Supervise students' laboratory work.
- Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Google Docs IBM SPSS Statistics Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Windows Microsoft Word SAS The MathWorks MATLAB Aipotu Blackboard Learn Blackboard software Calendar and scheduling software Collaborative editing software
Calculate your wage level for Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary →
Advertisement
Looking for an H-1B immigration attorney?
Find experienced immigration lawyers in our attorney directory.