Researches ocean life and human impacts on marine ecosystems for conservation purposes.

Salary Range

$40,000 – $120,000+/year

Daily Pay Range

$150 – $460/day

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s (PhD for academic roles)

Key Responsibilities

• Study marine organisms and ecosystems
  
• Collect and analyze biological data
  
• Monitor coral reefs, fisheries, and wetlands
  
• Advise on marine conservation and policy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s (PhD for academic roles)
• Marine ecology and fieldwork experience
  
• Certifications: SCUBA, GIS, research training

Career Outlook

• Demand in government, nonprofits, and academia
  
• Growth to research or leadership positions

Typical Day

• Dive for samples, analyze data, publish research
  
• Attend stakeholder meetings or develop outreach