Behavior Analyst (BCBA) vs Chemist

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Pay

Behavior Analyst

$100,000 typical, a year

Most BCBAs earn $90,000 to $171,600 a year.

From 2,167 postings that list pay

3,016 open jobs now

Behavior Analyst salaries Behavior Analyst jobs

Chemist

$78,400 typical, a year

Most Chemists earn $54,200 to $105,000 a year.

From 458 postings that list pay

1,027 open jobs now

Chemist salaries Chemist jobs

BCBAs typically earn about $21,600 more a year than Chemists.

What each one does

Behavior Analyst

  • Conduct assessments to identify client needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor individualized behavior intervention plans based on assessment results.
  • Collect and analyze data to track client progress and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
  • Provide training and support to staff, caregivers, and families on behavior management techniques.
  • Maintain accurate medical records and documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Collaborate with families, caregivers, schools, physicians, and other service providers.

Summed up from 30 job postings

Chemist

  • Perform chemical analysis and testing using laboratory instruments and methods.
  • Prepare samples, reagents, and solutions for analysis according to protocols.
  • Document work, record data, and maintain accurate laboratory records.
  • Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized laboratory environment.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues with laboratory instruments and methods.
  • Develop and optimize analytical methods for testing and quality control.

Summed up from 30 job postings

Skills employers ask for

Behavior Analyst

More common in BCBA postings

  • Behavior Analysis 3 in 10 postings
  • Behavior Technician 3 in 10 postings
  • Behavioral Therapy 2 in 10 postings
  • Behavioral Assessments 2 in 10 postings
  • Data Collection 1 in 10 postings

Chemist

More common in Chemist postings

  • HPLC 4 in 10 postings
  • Chemistry 3 in 10 postings
  • GMP 2 in 10 postings
  • Microsoft Office 2 in 10 postings
  • FTIR 1 in 10 postings
  • Chemical Engineering 1 in 10 postings
  • Mass Spectrometry 1 in 10 postings
  • Microsoft Excel 1 in 10 postings
  • Analytical Methods Development 1 in 10 postings

Out of each role's current postings.

Licenses and certifications

Behavior Analyst

  • Behavior Analyst Licensure 7 in 10 postings
  • RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) 2 in 10 postings
  • Board Certified 2 in 10 postings
  • Driver's License 1 in 10 postings

Chemist

None stand out in current postings.

Open jobs

Behavior Analyst

Chemist

  • Scientist, Formulation Chemistry

    Eurofins France Analyses Alimentaires
    $32 - $36/hr Employer stated
    Cambridge, MA, United States
    HPLCSample PreparationDrug DiscoveryChemistryIn Vitro +4
    Mid level · 2-6 yrs exp 1 day ago
    Apply
  • Pay not stated Irvine, CA, United States
    GMPHPLCElectrophoresisBiologicsGxP Compliance
    Mid level · 3+ yrs exp 1 day ago
    Apply
  • Analytical Scientist I

    Unnamed employer
    Pay not stated Rancho Cordova, CA, 95741
    FTIRHPLCChemistryGMPNMR Spectroscopy +1
    Entry level 16 hours ago
    Apply

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