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Experience: Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience are needed for these occupations. Many require more than five years of experience. For example, surgeons must complete four years of college and an additional five to seven years of specialized medical training to be able to do their job. |
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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). |
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Training: Employees may need some on-the-job training, but most of these occupations assume that the person will already have the required skills, knowledge, work-related experience, and/or training. |
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Anthropologists and Archeologists |
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Anthropologists and archeologists study the origin, development, and behavior of humans. They examine the cultures, languages, archeological remains, and physical characteristics of people in various parts of the world.
Anthropologists and archeologists typically work in research organizations, government, and consulting firms. Although most work in an office, some analyze samples in laboratories or do fieldwork. Fieldwork in remote areas usually requires travel for extended periods.
Anthropologists and archeologists need a master's degree or Ph.D. in anthropology or archeology. Experience doing fieldwork in either discipline is also important. Bachelor's degree holders may find work as assistants or fieldworkers.
The median annual wage for anthropologists and archeologists was $61,220 in May 2015.
Employment of anthropologists and archeologists is projected to grow 4 percent from 2014 to 2024, slower than the average for all occupations. Prospective anthropologists and archeologists will likely face strong competition for jobs because of the small number of positions relative to applicants.
Explore resources for employment and wages by state and area for anthropologists and archeologists.
Compare the job duties, education, job growth, and pay of anthropologists and archeologists with similar occupations.
Learn more about anthropologists and archeologists by visiting additional resources, including O*NET, a source on key characteristics of workers and occupations. |
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| Top Ten Industries |
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U.S. National Figures. |
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| Anthropologists and Archeologists |
| Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services |
1,610 |
| Scientific Research and Development Services |
1,410 |
| Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation) |
1,360 |
| Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services |
600 |
| State Government, excluding schools and hospitals (OES Designation) |
340 |
| Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools |
330 |
| Local Government, excluding schools and hospitals (OES Designation) |
200 |
| Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions |
120 |
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