Conduct research in the genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of domestic farm animals.
According to the US Department of Labor, there are 3,500 people employed as animal scientists in the United States. The median annual salary is $63,500. Entry level employees earn approximately $40,720 per year and senior employees earn approximately $125,250 per year.
Estimates do not include other potential benefits such as health insurance, overtime pay, or retirement benefits that may be offered by employers.