Environmental Biologist
22AI CAN DO22%moving to67%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSD
STARTING PAY£24,000 - £29,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
CAREERMASH (EN)FROM BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES →
Environmental Biologist
As an Environmental Biologist, you play a pivotal role in understanding and protecting the ecosystems that sustain life on our planet. With pressing global challenges like climate change and biodiversity loss, your expertise is crucial in shaping sustainable practices and policies that benefit both nature and humanity.
AI helps here, but has not taken over
AI can already do some of this job, but the day-to-day work still leans on a person to decide, check and take responsibility. Nothing formally protects this job though, so the safest move is to keep building the judgement AI cannot yet copy.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Environmental BiologistIn this entry-level role, you will assist in field studies, data collection, and laboratory analyses, gaining hands-on experience in environmental research.£24,000 - £29,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-level Environmental BiologistAt this stage, you will lead projects, manage field teams, and develop conservation strategies, while also mentoring junior staff.£32,000 - £40,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Environmental Biologist/Head of ConservationIn a senior role, you will oversee large-scale environmental projects, influence policy decisions, and represent your organisation at national and international forums.£45,000+
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.