Profession
Animal scientist
Animal production with science and efficiency.
You study and improve how animals are raised for food and other products. Day to day you work on animal nutrition, genetics, breeding, health, and welfare, aiming to raise healthier animals more efficiently and humanely. Depending on your role you might manage a herd, run research trials, advise producers, or develop better practices for a livestock company. Your time is split between hands-on work with animals and analysis of data on growth, reproduction, and productivity, always balancing efficiency with animal well-being.
Average salary
$4,000 – $11,000
Education
5 years
Employability
85%
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Career Profile: Animal Scientist
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Animal Sciences: Explore the Possibilities
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Exploring Careers in Animal Science
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How much does a Animal scientist professional earn?▾
Salary ranges from $4,000 – $11,000 per month, depending on specialization, region, and experience. Professionals in major cities tend to earn above the national average.
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