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Anthropologists and Archeologists

Study the origin, development, and behavior of human beings. May study the way of life, language, or physical characteristics of people in various parts of the world. May engage in systematic recovery and examination of material evidence, such as tools or pottery remaining from past human cultures, in order to determine the history, customs, and living habits of earlier civilizations.

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Writing
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Speaking
Critical Thinking

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American Indian Policy Specialist, Applied Anthropologist, Applied Cultural Anthropologist, Archaeologist, Curator, Forensic Anthropologist, Research Anthropologist, Research Archaeologist

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Career Projections 2016 - 2026

Currently Employed

8,000

As of 2019 (Estimated)

Projected Employment

8,400

by 2029

Projected Growth

5%

by 2029

Career Outlook

Rapid Growth

is expected for the future

Average National Pay

$63,670

or $30.61 hourly

Training Level

Some College

varies state to state

About Career Projections

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Outlook and Impact Employment Outlook

This occupation is expected to grow rapidly.

Outside factors aren't expected to cause future growth.

Some careers face significant change to the work and worker requirements. New tasks, skills, knowledge, credentials are not immediately expected. Employment demand could remain the same or decrease slightly over time.

What They Do

Possible Work Activities

Analyzing Data or Information
Getting Information
Documenting/Recording Information
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Processing Information

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Working Conditions

Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

Tasks

Study objects and structures recovered by excavation to identify, date, and authenticate them and to interpret their significance.
Collect information and make judgments through observation, interviews, and review of documents.
Research, survey, or assess sites of past societies and cultures in search of answers to specific research questions.
Write about and present research findings for a variety of specialized and general audiences.
Describe artifacts' physical properties or attributes, such as the materials from which artifacts are made and their size, shape, function, and decoration.

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Anthropologists and Archeologists

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Currently Employed

8,000

Projected Employment

8,400

Projected Growth

5%

Career Outlook

Rapid Growth

Average National Pay

$63,670

Training Level

Some College

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Anthropologists and Archeologists

Related Skills:

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Other Career Titles:

Currently Employed

8,000

Projected Employment

8,400

Projected Growth

5%

Career Outlook

Rapid Growth

Average National Pay

$63,670

Training Level

Some College

View Other Training Options

View Job and Career Openings

Join Our Mission

ATEEC is supported and funded in part by the National Science Foundation.

About Us

PARTNERS

REPORTS

ATEEC

101 West Third Street, Davenport, IA 52801

Phone: 563.441.4082

Fax: 563.441.4080

Toll-free: 866.419.6761

See our Privacy Policy.