Also called: CAAB, Animal Behavior Scientist
A PhD-level scientist who solves animal behavior problems and studies why animals act the way they do.
Consults with a shelter about why cats are getting stressed, helps a zoo reduce pacing in a tiger, and works with families on difficult pet behavior.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Doctorate (PhD), about 10 years after high school. PhD in animal behavior, psychology, or zoology plus certification.
Ways in: Graduate school, Certification. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Animal Behavior, Psychology, Animal Science.
Growing about average. Tiny profession.
Low risk for 10 years. AI video tracking speeds up behavior data; solving real cases with owners and animals stays expert human work.
Classes: AP Psychology, AP Biology, AP Statistics, English composition.
Official data: O*NET occupation 19-1023.
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