Environmental Scientist

Ajit using an evaporating machine.

Ajit Sarmah using a rotary evaporator to dry organic solvents

Environmental scientists study the environment, and provide advice to avoid or reduce harmful effects on the environment.

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Entry Requirements

To become an environmental scientist you usually need a Master's degree in environmental science or a related area such as chemistry or engineering.

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Ajit Sarmah.

For Ajit Sarmah, the greatest sense of achievement comes from getting his research published in a scientific journal or book.

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Pay

Environmental scientists at the technician level with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree could start at $35,000 a year, moving up to about $50,000 depending on their experience and perfo
 

 

Job Outlook

Job opportunities for environmental scientists grew significantly between 1996 and 2006.

Skill shortage information

There is a long term skill shortage for this job.

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