Veterinarians diagnose and treat diseases and dysfunctions of animals. They care for the health of pets and use their skills to protect humans from diseases carried by animals.Read More
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Farm workers working with farm and ranch animals attend to animals that are produced for animal products, as well as clean and maintain animal housing facilities.Read More
Wednesday, Nov 30 2011 01:54 PM
Farmers and ranchers work in activities including planting and harvesting crops, producing dairy and poultry products, raising livestock and operating farm equipment.Read More
Wednesday, Nov 30 2011 01:51 PM
Soil scientists study the composition of soils to improve crop growth, control weeds and pests more effectively, and safely conserve soil.Read More
Wednesday, Nov 30 2011 09:12 AM
Plant scientists study plants, helping producers of food, fiber and feed crops to serve a growing population and conserve natural resources.Read More
Friday, Oct 28 2011 02:24 PM
Hydrologists examine the intensity and form of precipitation, how quickly or slowly it soaks into the soil, its movement through the earth and its return to the ocean and atmosphere.Read More
Thursday, Oct 20 2011 04:09 PM
Chemists conduct experiments in laboratories to find new knowledge about chemicals that can be used to improve life. Their work has spurred advancements in agriculture, food processing, medicine and other fields.Read More
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Learn About Top Science and STEM Careers
Science careers are part of the important and fast-growing science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) sector. Employment analysts and educators agree that training more people to work in STEM careers – including science disciplines like chemistry, ecology and physics – is essential if the nation wants to remain competitive in the coming decades. An associate's degree or bachelor's degree in a science field can qualify you for entry-level technician and technologist positions. If you want to direct research or teach at the university level, a master's in environmental science or similar advanced degree is necessary.