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Environmental Scientist
Science & Research
Highoffice
Environmental Scientists investigate issues such as pollution, waste management, water quality, biodiversity and environmental degradation. They may conduct field research, laboratory analysis, environmental assessments and sustainability studies for governments, companies and research organizations.
Salary (Nigeria)
₦2.4M–₦8M
Exam requirements
Biology
required95% weight
Chemistry
required90% weight
Mathematics
required75% weight
English
required70% weight
Geography
recommended70% weight
Physics
recommended55% weight
Agricultural Science
recommended40% weight
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Key skills
Environmental sampling and field surveyLaboratory analysisEnvironmental impact assessmentData analysis and statisticsGIS mappingReport writingAttention to detailCommunity engagement