Also called: Biologics Production Technician (Animal Health)
Makes vaccines for animals in a sterile manufacturing plant.
Gowns up in a cleanroom, grows cells and viruses in big tanks, follows exact batch records, and fills vials of a puppy vaccine.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Associate's degree (2-year), about 2 years after high school. High school diploma or associate; biotech certificate helpful.
Ways in: 2-year college, On-the-job training, Certification. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Biotechnology.
Growing about average. Steady.
Medium risk for 10 years. Automated bioreactors and filling lines handle more steps; sterile technique, checks and fixing problems stay human.
Classes: Biology, Chemistry, Biotech CTE, Statistics.
Official data: O*NET occupation 51-9011.
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