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Oceanographer

Analyze marine ecosystems using advanced oceanographic tools to generate insights for sustainable ocean management and climate change mitigation.

50 000 – 130 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Master's degree
Education level
00
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
2-3 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
2-3 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
50 000 – 65 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
65 000 – 90 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
90 000 – 130 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry is generally through graduate programs in oceanography or marine science.

Internships and research assistant roles provide practical experience.

Training — United States

Oceanographers typically complete a master's degree in oceanography or related marine sciences.

Coursework includes physical oceanography, marine biology, chemistry, and data analysis.

The job market — United States

The job market includes government agencies, research institutions, and environmental consulting firms.

Demand is steady with growth driven by environmental and climate research.

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