Zoologists
Zoologists study animals and how they live and grow in their habitat.
95%
5%
0
National data for biological scientists (SOC 19-1020).
$34,500
$55,100
$89,690
$16.59
$26.49
$43.12
Based on Nebraska Wage Figures

Education

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Bachelor's Degree in a biological science (Zoology preferred)
  • Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.) is sometimes required

    • Hours

  • Generally do not have a set schedule each week. Their schedules may depend on the weather and the time of year.
  • Usually work 40 hours a week.
  • May work overtime when observing animals in their habitat.
  • May travel to animal habitat sites or to professional conferences.
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