BOTANY

On average the yearly earnings of a botanist ranges from about $31,137.70 to $77,844.25. But the amount of money made yearly really depends on what specific job in botany the employee has.

SOME MORE SPECIFIC AREAS BOTANISTS CAN SPECIALIZE IN :

• Plant Anatomy and Physiology
• Biochemistry
• Molecular Biology
• Genetics
• Ecology
• Marine Botany
• Paleobotany (study of fossilised plant remains)
• Taxonomy (the identification and classification of plants)

Working Hours :
Working hours vary depending on specific variables (time available, location, etc.)

Working Field :
Botanists normally work outside, but they also work in labs and universities indoors.

Job Entry Requirements :
For most jobs in this field you'd need a degree in similar subjects, such as Plant Biology, Plant Science, and Environmental Science.

Skills, qualities, and interests botanists typically have/need include : "an interest in nature and the environment, a thorough knowledge of science (particularly biology and chemistry) accuracy and attention to detail, research skills, the ability to analyse, interpret and report on data, strong communication skills, practical skills problem-solving ability, patience, perseverance and good concentration." - ( reference link can be found in the bibliography )

"In the federal government in 2005, botanists in nonsupervisory, supervisory, and managerial positions earned an average salary of $62,207." - ( link can be found in the bibliography )

The employment outlook for botanists' is good, meaning that more jobs should be opening since there is an increasing need for botanists.

Botanists normally receive benefits, such as paid holidays and vacations, health insurance, and pension plans.

Botany as a whole is a very important subject. Botanists study plants, and without having the knowledge of plants or without them helping plants, we might not have plants. Plants give us food, fiber, wood, engergy, oxygen, and a lot of medicines, they are a vital resource, much like water.

(Sorry if it got too repetitive. I don't know any synonyms for the word "plants".)

BIBLIOGRAPHY

• https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/advice/planning/jobprofiles/Pa...
• http://careers.stateuniversity.com/pages/390/Botanist.html