Entomologist

Average Salary
$53,910
$37,000
$81,000
Degree Requirements
Bachelor's Degree
Career Focus

The focus of an entomologist’s work can take them anywhere in the world as an expert in one main thing: insects. Entomologists study everything about insects from their classification to their behavior, life cycle, distribution and so on. A boundless and versatile career, entomologists work as researchers, teachers and consultants—for universities, private companies or government agencies. Where bugs go, entomologists follow; their impact is truly global.

Also known as: Wildlife Technician, Pest Control Technician, Scientific Support, Medical Entomologist, Forensic Entomologist, Field Entomologist
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Mathematics
Monitoring
Science
Social Perceptiveness
Develop methods to prevent the importation and spread of destructive or invasive insects
Discover and catalog new species of insects
Study the physiology, genetics, behavior, habitat and evolution of insects
Develop methods for preventing the importation and spread of destructive insects
Develop and implement pest management programs for urban and agricultural locations
Conduct field and lab tests on pesticides to understand their effect on insects
Create methods to control harmful insects
Coordinate public awareness and education programs

Modern industries provide us with convenience and comfort—but unfortunately there is potential for dangerous waste and pollutants as well. When these pollutants endanger the quality of our air, soil and water, environmental engineers strive to solve these pressing issues and improve conditions. They work to advance issues like waste disposal, unsafe drinking water, recycling and sustainability.

Also known as: Air Pollution Control Engineer, Environmental Analyst, Environmental Remediation Specialist, Global Director Air and Climate Change, Hazardous Substances Engineer, Regulatory Environmental Compliance Manager, Sanitary Engineer
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Personnel Management
Mathematics
Monitoring
Negotiation
Persuasion
Science
Service Orientation
Social Perceptiveness
Systems Analysis
Systems Evaluation
Analyze scientific data to determine the environmental impact of human activities
Design environmental protection projects
Advise industrial project stakeholders how to comply with environmental regulations
Collaborate and communicate with government and regulatory agencies
Provide technical support for contamination clean-up
Prepare and review environmental investigation reports
Create and update plans and standard operating procedures
Obtain necessary project permits

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