The knowledge of evolutionary biology, culture, history, language, and human and non-human primate behavior gained from a major in Anthropology in the Human Biology concentration forms a solid career foundation. Graduates might work in research, analysis, education, social services, or medical research. This concentration is also excellent preparation for law and medical school and graduate studies in anthropology, sociology, geography, animal Sciences, and public health.
Anthropology, like many majors, teaches content and skills that can be applied to a wide variety of career fields. This major does not restrict you to a specific field. Following are career possibilities that may most closely relate to this major. Many of the career areas and job titles below require an advanced degree.
Potential Career Areas:
- Field research
- Laboratory analysis
- Medical research
- Behavioral health
- Social services
- Teaching
- Museum administration
- Cultural promotion/advocacy
- Human resources
Sample Employers:
- Colleges and universities
- Research laboratories
- Zoos and wildlife preserves
- Nonprofit organizations
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Government agencies
- Museums
- Schools and camps
Sample Job Titles and National Salary Ranges:
| Job Title | Salary Range |
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Medical Laboratory Technician
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$24,200 - $36,300
|
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Ethnoscientist
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$33,950 - $55,000
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Human Resources Specialist
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$29,100 - $52,700
|
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Anthropologist
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$31,300 - $54,200
|
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Grant Coordinator
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$36,143 - $43,271
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Museum Education Director
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$18,000 - $45,790
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Anthropology Instructor, Postsecondary
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$41,300 - $73,600
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Middle School Teacher
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$35,000 - $52,000
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Zookeeper
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$28,000 - $50,000
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Volunteer Coordinator
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$20,000 - $60,000
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Health Educator
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$26,700 - $45,800
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Sources of Information: United States Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2010); DISCOVER (2011); Facts on File: Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center (2011).