The 12 Best STEM Careers

Medical Scientists As a medical scientist, your main duty is to conduct research to improve the overall health of humanity. Clinical trials and investigative methods are used to research their findings.

Chemists Busy yourself with atomic and molecular levels and how substances interact with each other on a daily basis. You’ll need at least a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related field.

Environmental Science It has become increasingly crucial to protect our environment over recent decades. As an environmental scientist, you will use your knowledge of science and nature to discover ways to better preserve the health of our planet.

 Agricultural and Food Science  You’ll be working full time to improve the efficiency and standards of the food industry and products associated with it. Most going into this field get advanced degrees, however, a bachelor’s degree may get you in the door.

Astronomer  You’ll be looking to the skies, studying stars, planets, and other facets of our heavens. Telescopes, both on the ground and in the skies, will be part of your equipment. You will be part of a research team made up of other astronomers, physicists, engineers, and more STEM-related professionals.

Atmospheric and Space Science You’re looking at phenomena in our atmosphere through intel from the surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to inform weathermen and women, and other industry experts.

 Bioinformatics Science You’ll use a mashup of information technology and computer science in your study of biology. You may also be designing your own computer technology to help you with your research.

Genetic Counselor This fascinating career will have you treating and counseling patients with hereditary predispositions, along with creating a path of treatment. Doctorates are most common for this career. Genetic counselors generally need a master’s degree.

 Computer and Information Systems Manager Also known as information technology managers and IT project managers, you’ll be doing the planning, coordinating, and directing of all computer-related activities wherever you work. You may need a bachelor's degree.

Computer Systems Analyst You will study a company’s computer programming, assess it, and help to design and implement one better suited for its needs. To work in this field, you’ll need a bachelor’s degree. To learn more, read about what a computer systems analyst does.

Web Developer (designer and developer not the same) An associate degree is the minimum requirement for web developers, although there are many who are successfully self-taught. You need to know coding and graphic design because you’re in charge of the look and feel of a website, from the front end to the back.

Information Security Analyst  You protect companies and other organizations from cyberattacks by analyzing, planning, and carrying out preventative security measures. As the number of attacks via the cyber-land increase, you’ll find yourself more in demand. Bachelor’s degrees are the minimum requirement to work as an information security analyst.

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