Also called: Cell Culture Lab Technician (Stem Cells)
Feeds and tends stem cell cultures in research labs.
Changes the growth media on dozens of stem cell plates, checks cells under the microscope for signs they're turning into the wrong type, and freezes backups.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. A bachelor's in biology or a related science, with hands-on cell culture lab experience from classes or undergraduate research.
Ways in: 4-year college, 2-year college. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Biology.
Growing faster than average. Growing.
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. Automated incubators and AI image checks now feed and watch stem cells; fewer techs needed, mainly to load and troubleshoot.
Classes: Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology CTE class.
Official data: O*NET occupation 19-4021.
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