Where are the jobs?
Scientists with expertise in animal science primarily work at county administrative boards, veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, and district veterinary stations.
Other employers include the Swedish Board of Agriculture, large farms raising livestock, food companies, zoos, consulting firms, industry associations, non-profit organizations, feed manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, insurance companies, and agricultural high schools. Many scientists with expertise in animal science work in the food sector.
Common fields of work for animal scientists
- Animals
- Agriculture
Common job titles for animal science graduates:
- Veterinarian
- Administrator
- Animal welfare inspector/officer
- Advisor
What do animal science graduates earn?
Here is the salary range for scientists with a background in animal science:
P10 means that 10 percent of employees have a salary that is equal to or lower than the salary at the P10 percentile. P90 means that 10 percent of employees have a salary that is equal to or higher than the salary at the P90 percentile.
For members of Naturvetarna, more detailed statistics are available in Saco LöneSök. You can also download a new salary report further down on this page.