Behavior Analyst (BCBA) vs Research Laboratory Technician
Pay, skills and open jobs side by side, from current job postings across the US.
Pay
Behavior Analyst
$100,000 typical, a year
Most BCBAs earn $90,000 to $171,600 a year.
From 2,315 postings that list pay
3,282 open jobs now
Research Laboratory Technician
$50,000 typical, a year
Most Research Laboratory Technicians earn $45,500 to $57,200 a year.
From 274 postings that list pay
939 open jobs now
Research Laboratory Technician salaries Research Laboratory Technician jobs
BCBAs typically earn about $50,000 more a year than Research Laboratory Technicians.
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
Research Laboratory Technician
- Perform laboratory experiments following established protocols and procedures.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, conducting routine calibration and troubleshooting.
- Record experimental data accurately and maintain organized records of procedures and results.
- Prepare and handle samples, reagents, and solutions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety guidelines.
- Analyze data using appropriate statistical and analytical methods.
- Follow all safety guidelines and maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Skills employers ask for
Behavior Analyst
Asked for in both
- Data Collection 1 in 10 postings
More common in BCBA postings
- Behavior Analysis 4 in 10 postings
- Behavior Technician 3 in 10 postings
- Behavioral Therapy 2 in 10 postings
- Behavioral Assessments 2 in 10 postings
Research Laboratory Technician
Asked for in both
- Data Collection 1 in 10 postings
More common in Research Laboratory Technician postings
- Lab Equipment 2 in 10 postings
- Molecular Biology 2 in 10 postings
- Laboratory Maintenance 2 in 10 postings
- Microsoft Office 2 in 10 postings
- Data Analysis 2 in 10 postings
- Cell Culture 1 in 10 postings
- Sample Preparation 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
Research Laboratory Technician
None stand out in current postings.
Open jobs
Behavior Analyst
Senior Board Certified Behavior Analyst (Sr. BCBA)
Teachmepersonnel LLCPay not stated Broken Arrow, OK, United StatesCrisis InterventionBehavior Analyst LicensureBehavior TechnicianBoard CertifiedBoard Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Teachmepersonnel LLCPay not stated Broken Arrow, OK, United StatesCrisis InterventionBehavior Analyst LicensureBehavior TechnicianRBT (Registered Behavior Technician)Board CertifiedABA Case Supervisor – BCBA Supervision Hours & Career Growth
Alora Behavioral Health$22 - $28/hr Employer statedYucaipa, CA, USDriver's LicenseBehavioral TherapyBehavior AnalysisBehavior TechnicianBoard Certified
Research Laboratory Technician
Research Assistant II
UoflnewsPay not stated Health Sciences CenterMouse HusbandryFlow CytometryCell CultureReagent PreparationMolecular Biology +1Associate Scientist
DisabledpersonPay not stated Kalamazoo, MI, USMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointWestern Blot +9Lab Technician
Actalent Services$20 - $21/hr Employer statedSouth Plainfield, New Jersey, USA OnsiteMolecular BiologySample PreparationqPCRPipettingBSL-2 +2
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