Arachnologist Job Description
An arachnologist is a type of scientist who studies spiders and other arachnids.
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Responsibilities
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Arachnologists study spider behavior, spider habitats and ecology, collect specimens, teach, and often publish research on arachnids.
Other Demands of the Job
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Arachnolgists must generally have a keen interest in animals, and should not mind close contact with spiders. They often must endure long hours outdoors and travel large distances.
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Requirements
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Generally, professional arachnologists have university degrees, very frequently advanced degrees. These degrees typically involve concentration in biology, zoology or entomology.
Employers
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Professional arachnologists are employed as freelancers or by universities, museums, zoos, government agencies, and other institutions.
Compensation
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The compensation of professional arachnologists varies by organization, position and experience. The 2008 average annual wage for wildlife biologists was $55,290, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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