Environmental Scientist

Starting Salary

$49,041
NC Triangle area

Median Annual Wage

$67,829
NC Triangle area
62
% Bachelor's degree
31
% Master's degree

Job Outlook

+7%
NC Triangle area

Annual Job Openings

308
NC Triangle area

Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or public health. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources.

Students who wish to pursue a bachelor's degree in Environmental Science should complete the Associate in Arts (AA) degree which will transfer to all UNC System schools, most North Carolina independent colleges and universities, and most out of state institutions.