Working as a geophysicist and oceanographer in Canada
Land and ocean science professions are in high demand in Canada. They also have high salaries!
There are many specialists in the earth and ocean sciences: geologists, geophysicists, geochemists, oceanographers, seismologists, palaeontologists and so on. According to the Canadian Occupational Handbook, they all belong to the same occupational group.
The demand for workers in this field is predicted to be high in the coming years. With experience in one of the professions, you can immigrate to Canada with or without an offer from a Canadian employer.
According to Job Bank, geophysicists and oceanographers in Canada have a good chance of finding employment in many provinces. Opportunities are greatest in Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Newfoundland and Labrador.
Salaries of geophysicists and oceanographers
The salaries of geophysicists and oceanographers in Canada depend on various factors: job requirements, qualifications, working conditions and the location of the employer. Experienced workers, as well as those in managerial positions, tend to earn more.
According to official data, professionals in this field earn on average $130,711 CAD per year or $10,892 CAD per month. The highest salaries are offered to professionals in British Columbia and Alberta — $48.27 and $46.15 CAD per hour, respectively.
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