Average Base Salary in Canada National Average, Canada National Average
$59,510
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National Average Base Salary
Currency in Canadian Dollars
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Studies basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and functions. Utilizes knowledge related to genetics and molecules to manipulate genetic material. Utilizes knowledge to make improvements in the field of health, agriculture, or the... [+] More
Studies basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and functions. Utilizes knowledge related to genetics and molecules to manipulate genetic material. Utilizes knowledge to make improvements in the field of health, agriculture, or the environment. Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in the field of biology. Excludes paraprofessional positions.
May collect and analyze biological data to determine environmental effects of present and potential use of land and water areas, record data, and inform public, State, and Federal representatives regarding test results. May prepare environmental impact reports. May specialize in research centering around particular plant, animal, or aspect of biology. May teach subject matter at school, training facility, or other instructional institution. May specialize in wildlife research and management. [-] Less
Salary Data: Canada National Average, Canada National Average
Percentile
Base
Bonus
Benefits
Total
16.7
44,347
2,882
6,740
53,969
50
59,510
3,868
9,045
72,423
66.7
73,900
4,803
11,232
89,935
Salary Data: Canada National Average
Percentile
Base
Bonus
Benefits
Total
16.7
44,347
2,882
6,740
53,969
50
59,510
3,868
9,045
72,423
66.7
73,900
4,803
11,232
89,935
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Projection reflects data from one source, the Canada Census, which uses very general, all-inclusive broad occupational descriptions. Census values include bonuses and overtime. Census Data provided under agreement with Statistics Canada (used in this analysis).
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Type
Annual Mean
Level 1 (I)
Level 2
1996
4
51,326
51,326
51,326
2001
4
61,382
61,382
61,382
2006
4
73,346
73,346
73,346
The above values are to be used (ed. note: for prevailing wage submissions) except for nonprofits, colleges and universities, college and university operated federally funded research and development centers, and certain research agencies.
