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Animal Scientists Salaries
in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, DC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $42.02 – $46.22
Average Annual Pay
Range: $87,402 – $96,142
Salaries for Animal Scientists near Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV
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Florida, FL
$39.27
11.0%Lower than Animal Scientists in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, DC
Georgia, GA
$55.56
25.9%Higher than Animal Scientists in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, DC
Illinois, IL
$34.16
22.6%Lower than Animal Scientists in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, DC
Iowa, IA
$55.51
25.8%Higher than Animal Scientists in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, DC
Maryland, MD
$42.30
4.1%Lower than Animal Scientists in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, DC
How much do Animal Scientists make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$37.50/hr
Range: $35.72 - $39.29
Annual Rate
$78,006
Range: $74,292 - $81,721
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$44.12/hr
Range: $42.02 - $46.22
Annual Rate
$91,772
Range: $87,402 - $96,142
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$50.74/hr
Range: $48.32 - $53.15
Annual Rate
$105,538
Range: $100,512 - $110,563
Animal Scientists job description
Animal Scientists professionals conduct research and analysis to advance scientific knowledge. They design experiments, collect data, and publish findings that contribute to their fields.
- •Design and conduct experiments
- •Collect and analyze data
- •Write research papers and reports
- •Collaborate with research teams
- •Present findings at conferences
- •Maintain laboratory safety
- •Research methodology
- •Data analysis
- •Scientific writing
- •Critical thinking
- •Laboratory techniques
- •Collaboration
- •Advanced degree in science field
- •Research experience
- •Published research preferred
- •Laboratory skills
