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Marine Biologist

chxi2817 — 2023-11-10 23:45:10 UTC

Marine biologist is a career that falls under the field of biological science. This job is in industries like biotechnology, energy production, resource exploration etc.

Responsibility of Marine Biologist

chxi2817 — 2023-11-10 23:53:03 UTC

Marine biologists species in bodies of water. They focus on process of marine development and the way organisms interact with each other. They also see how pollution affects marine environment.

Physical Conditions of Marine Biologist

chxi2817 — 2023-11-10 23:57:40 UTC

Marine biologist work in places like office, laboratories and field studies. May work on board uncomfortable ships for long period of time.

Skills Required for Marine Biologist

chxi2817 — 2023-11-11 00:00:18 UTC

Marine biologist require skills like organization, time management, analytic skill, research skill, investigative thinking etc.

Education for Marine Biologist

chxi2817 — 2023-11-11 00:02:20 UTC

To be a marine biologist, you need a degree in marine biology. However you might want a master degree if you want a higher position.

Where Can You Get the Training?

chxi2817 — 2023-11-11 00:09:27 UTC

You can get a marine biology degree in Memorial University of Newfoundland. The length of the program is four years.

Salary of Marine Biologist

chxi2817 — 2023-11-11 00:13:33 UTC

People working as a marine biologist in Canada usually earn between 24 or 58 dollars per hour. On PEI, the median wage of a marine biologist is 42 dollars per hour.

Job Prospects of Marine Biologist

chxi2817 — 2023-11-11 00:17:11 UTC

The job prospect of marine biologist is fairly good on PEI (is it rated a four star on the labour market website), considering how PEI is literally surrounded by the ocean.

Job Opportunities for Marine Biologist

chxi2817 — 2023-11-11 00:19:00 UTC

The job opportunities for marine biologist is mostly located in areas that are adjacent to water bodies. You can find this job in PEI and outside of PEI.

Am I Suitable for This Job?

chxi2817 — 2023-11-11 00:20:22 UTC

I think I am suitable for this job because I enjoy studying science and I think the ocean is really beautiful. I also really enjoy boat rides so I will love field studies while working.