Also called: Plant Nematologist
Studies tiny roundworms, including ones that damage crops and ones that help scientists study genes.
Extracts microscopic worms from soil samples, identifies a pest attacking soybean roots, and tests resistant crop varieties.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Doctorate (PhD), about 9 years after high school. PhD in nematology, entomology, or plant pathology.
Ways in: 4-year college, Graduate school. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Plant Pathology, Entomology, Biology.
Growing about average. Tracks BLS biological scientists.
Low risk in 5 years, medium in 10. AI microscopy and DNA tests identify worms faster; soil sampling, crop trials and advising farmers stay human.
Classes: AP Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture CTE.
Official data: O*NET occupation 19-1013.
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