Conservation Scientists Jobs Pay in Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA
Average Hourly Pay
$32.81
2.5%Above national average
Range: $31.25 – $34.38
Average Annual Pay
$68,250
2.5%Above national average
Range: $65,000 – $71,500
How much do Conservation 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:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$27.89/hr
Range: $26.56 – $29.22
Annual Rate
$58,013
Range: $55,250 – $60,775
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$32.81/hr
Range: $31.25 – $34.38
Annual Rate
$68,250
Range: $65,000 – $71,500
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$37.73/hr
Range: $35.94 – $39.54
Annual Rate
$78,488
Range: $74,750 – $82,225
Conservation Scientists job description
Conservation Scientists professionals conduct research and analysis to advance scientific knowledge. They design experiments, collect data, and publish findings that contribute to their fields.
Responsibilities
- •Design and conduct experiments
- •Collect and analyze data
- •Write research papers and reports
- •Collaborate with research teams
- •Present findings at conferences
- •Maintain laboratory safety
Skills
- •Research methodology
- •Data analysis
- •Scientific writing
- •Critical thinking
- •Laboratory techniques
- •Collaboration
Qualifications
- •Advanced degree in science field
- •Research experience
- •Published research preferred
- •Laboratory skills
