Environmental Scientists and Specialists
Starting Salary
$47,692
NC Triangle Area
Median Annual Wage
$68,810
NC Triangle Area
% Bachelor's degree Preferred
% Master's degree Preferred
5-Year Job Outlook
+3.5%
NC Triangle Area
Annual Job Openings
421
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.
