"Growing up, I was the sibling tasked with getting spiders out of the house and protecting bees in our garden when we came across one. I didn't care how many eyes or legs they had; I was never afraid of insects and still feel they all have a story to tell, just like us! I've always been fond of bees in particular and knew even as a little girl that I could spend forever researching their biology, unique interpersonal relationships, and positive impact on our ecosystem. Bees are unsung heroes of our planet! 

I guess you could say curiosity and desire to save bugs led me to a career in entomology, because every day provides a chance for me to understand and protect these important little workers."

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Job Description

SOC Code: 19-1023

Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists study the origins, behavior, diseases, genetics, and life processes of animals and wildlife. May specialize in wildlife research and management. May collect and analyze biological data to determine the environmental effects of present and potential use of land and water habitats.*

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Top Job Skills:

• Plan biological research
• Assess environmental compliance
• Communicate with the public
• Direct fundraising
• Research diseases or parasites

General Work Activities:

• Mental Processes
  • Implement advertising or marketing initiatives
• Interacting With Others
  • Advise others about environmental management or conservation
  • Communicate with the public on environmental issues
  • Direct fundraising or financing activities
  • Manage organizational or project budgets
  • Coordinate safety or regulatory compliance activities

• Information Input

  • Measure various environmental characteristics
  • Research environmental impact of industrial or development activities
  • Examine characteristics or behavior of living organisms
  • Research genetic characteristics or expression

   

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Job Statistics

 

Examples of Workforce Areas with Job Openings

• Midlands
• Lower Savannah
• Trident
• Waccamaw
• Lowcountry

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Examples of Employers with Job Openings

• City of Charleston, SC

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Related Occupations

• Biologists
• Conservation Scientists
• Fish and Game Wardens
• Range Managers
• Environmental Restoration Planners
• Foresters

NOTE: All data based on state averages. Information may vary depending on region, experience, and specific employment situation. Last Updated: 2025

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