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Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Also known as: Adjunct Professor, Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor of Environmental Science, Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies, Associate Professor, Associate Professor of Environmental Science, Biological, Geological, and Environmental Sciences Professor, College or University Faculty Member, College Professor, Conservation Educator

Teach courses in environmental science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

Doctoral/Professional Degree17%
Level 1166%
Level 1217%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None11%
6 months - 1 year7%
1-2 years16%
2-4 years26%
4-6 years20%
6-8 years1%
Over 10 years18%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None60%
Up to 1 month2%
1-3 months9%
3-6 months4%
6 months - 1 year5%
1-2 years18%
6-8 years1%

How AI Impacts Each Task

25 tasks analyzed

Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.

Time: 6%

Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.

Time: 6%

Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.

Time: 5%

Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.

Time: 5%

Supervise students' laboratory and field work.

Time: 6%

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Analytical ThinkingDependabilityIndependenceIntegrityInitiativeLeadershipAchievement/EffortAttention to DetailPersistenceStress ToleranceInnovationAdaptability/Flexibility

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$87,710

per year

Mean Wage

$100,360

per year

Employment

7K

workers

Wage Range

$50,670 - $164,290

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$50,670Median: $87,710$164,290
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