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  Students can apply their biology education to a variety of duties, from performing laboratory work to assisting with surgical procedures. Some biology degree jobs, such as physician assistants, include advanced training. An associate's or bachelor's degree in biology is required for some jobs, including biology specimen technician, clinical technician and general surgical technologist.
  
  

Biology Specimen Technician

• A biology specimen technician works with classes of plants or animals, such as mammals. You research the age of a specimen, confirm the preparation date and identify materials used in research. Technician candidates qualify with an undergraduate degree in biology or ecology. According to a June 2010 Career Builder Salary report, you need to know splicing techniques, mixing of plastics and selecting stains. Work settings include independent research laboratories and academic environments. The same June 2010 report shows a biology specimen technician earns an average annual income of $31,263.
  
  

Clinical Technician

• A clinical technician maintains laboratory equipment, manages client records and participates in laboratory projects, such as confirming biological samples. A June 2010 Diploma Guide report shows an associate's degree in biology qualifies candidates. Employers offer on-the-job training, and some candidates have previous patient care experience as pharmacy technicians or medical assistants. Work settings include health research institutions and clinical laboratories. As of a June 2010 report on Simply Hired, a clinical technician earns an average annual salary of $38,000.
  
  

Physician Assistant

• A physician assistant obtains specialized training to treat clients. Under the supervision of a licensed medical doctor, you educate clients about their medical conditions, write prescriptions and assist in operating procedures. A June 2010 report on State University shows requirements include an associate's degree in biology and previous health care experience with additional training at hospitals or medical schools. Once additional training is complete, you register for a national certifying examination. The same June 2010 report shows the average annual salary of $69,410.
  
  

General Surgery Technologist

• A general surgery technologist performs duties in surgical centers and hospitals. You prep patients for surgeries, set up operating equipment and track the amount of surgical supplies used. A June 2010 report on State University shows employers require an associate's degree in health sciences, such as biology. The report indicates candidates must complete a state-required test through the National Board of Surgical Technology. Candidates understand different surgical supplies and client safety procedures. The same June 2010 report shows the average annual salary of $40,000.