JobSOC 19-1021

Biochemists and Biophysicists

Study the chemical composition or physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms.

Definition from U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) (O*NET 31.0 (August 2026)).

01.

Studied through

9 programs

Biochemistry26.0202
Biophysics26.0203
Molecular Biochemistry26.0205
Molecular Biophysics26.0206
Structural Biology26.0207
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology26.0210
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences, Other26.0499
Biomechanics26.0913
Pharmaceutics and Drug Design51.2003

02.

Draws on

Biology4.7 of 5
Chemistry4.3 of 5
Mathematics4.3 of 5
English Language4.3 of 5
Physics4.0 of 5
Education and Training3.7 of 5
Computers and Electronics3.5 of 5

Importance as rated in O*NET (1 to 5); areas rated 3.5 or more, up to eight.