Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000+Overview
Marine biologists study species of plants and animals living in saltwater, their interactions with one another, and how they influence and are influenced by environmental factors. Marine biology is a branch of the biological sciences, and biologists in this area work in myriad industries, including government agencies, universities, aquariums, and fish hatcheries, to name a few. They generally work either in a laboratory setting or in the field, which in this case means being in or on the ocean or its margins. Approximately 21,300 wildlife biologists and zoologists are employed in the United States.
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
RequiredOutlook
Little Change or More Slowly than the AveragePersonality Traits
Curious
Problem-Solving
Scientific
Career Ladder
Senior Scientist or College Professor
Experienced Marine Biologist
Laboratory or Science Technician
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