Also called: DNA Synthesis Screening Specialist, Biosecurity Analyst
Makes sure biotechnology isn't misused to create dangerous organisms.
Reviews flagged DNA orders that look like parts of dangerous toxins, investigates who ordered them, and helps write policies so labs and AI tools can't easily be used to build bioweapons.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Master's degree, about 6 years after high school. Master's in biology, biosecurity, or public policy.
Ways in: 4-year college, Graduate school. Training cost: $60k – $150k.
Majors to look at: Biology, Public Policy, Microbiology.
Growing faster than average. Fast-growing concern.
Low risk in 5 years, medium in 10. AI makes misuse easier, raising demand for screening; AI flags risky DNA orders, while investigations and policy calls stay human.
Classes: Biology, AP Government, Debate, Chemistry.
Official data: O*NET occupation 19-1029.
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