Paleontologists

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What do Paleontologists do?

Paleontologists study extinct and fossil animals and plants. Paleontology is a sub-field of geology.

How to become: Paleontologists

Most of these professionals require a bachelor's degree in their science or a related discipline. To be a physical science professional, you need a bachelor's degree in your science or a related field. To conduct research or teach in a post-secondary establishment, you usually need a master's or doctoral degree.

To be a geologist or geophysicist, you may need to become registered by a provincial or territorial association.

Most recent entrants have an undergraduate university degree, and almost 2 in 5 have a graduate degree.

Where to study for a career as: Paleontologists

University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, CA

Related Program(s):
Geology Bachelor; Honours
Paleontology Bachelor; Honours
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Western University
London, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Geology and Biology Bachelor; Honours
Geology - For Professional Registration Bachelor; Honours
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Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, British Columbia, CA

Related Program(s):
Geoscience Bachelor
Earth Science Bachelor
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Lakehead University - Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Geology Bachelor; Honours
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Carleton University
Ottawa, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Earth Sciences and Physical Geography (BSc) Bachelor; Honours
Earth Sciences (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
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East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, Tennessee, US

Related Program(s):
Geography and Sustainability Bachelor
Geology and Environment Bachelor
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Modified on January 26, 2022

How much do Paleontologists make?

Low:
$60,008
Average:
$92,810
High:
$140,005

Job openings for Paleontologists

Job Seekers:
11,800
Job Openings:
11,000