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Conduct research in breeding, physiology, production, yield, and management of crops and agricultural plants or trees, shrubs, and nursery stock, their growth in soils, and control of pests; or study the chemical, physical, biological, and mineralogical composition of soils as they relate to plant or crop growth. May classify and map soils and investigate effects of alternative practices on soil and crop productivity.
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$68.2k
Annual median Salary
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Education
Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).
29%
Master's degree
24%
Bachelor's degree
19%
Doctoral degree
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Agronomist
Research Scientist
Research Soil Scientist
Scientist