Entry Level Salary for Geologists

The average salary for an entry level Geologist is $43,401. An experienced Geologist makes about $93,288 per year.

Geologists study the materials, processes, and history of the Earth. They investigate how rocks were formed and what has happened to them since their formation. There are subgroups of geologists as well, such as stratigraphers, who study stratified rock, and mineralogists, who study the structure and composition of minerals. Find more career information.

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  • Environmental Engineer - MDC Holdings, Inc. | Richmond American Homes - Denver, CO

    Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) license preferred; Civil Engineering License, ACI Field and Concrete Certification, Registered Environmental Property Assessor License, EPA ...

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    A bachelor's degree in Geology , Mining Engineering, Metallurgy, or a related field. * Minimum of 15 years of experience in the mining industry with time spent in various functions, including but not ...

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