What does a Environmental Scientist do?

You research environmental problems and develop sustainable solutions.

How much does a Environmental Scientist earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 66'000, mid ~CHF CHF 90'000 per year (approximate).

Environmental Scientist

Nature & Environment

Environmental scientists research environmental problems in an interdisciplinary manner and develop sustainable solutions. They analyse ecosystems, assess environmental impacts, and advise politics and business on environmental matters.

Entry

~CHF 66'000

CHF 5'500/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 90'000

CHF 7'500/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 110'000

CHF 9'167/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelUniversity / ETH

Duration36 months

Your path to Environmental Scientist

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Secondary School

You are here

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High School4 years

Baccalaureate

📊 Grade average ~5.0 for admission (varies by canton)

Long-track (from grade 6)Short-track (from grade 8/9)Apprenticeship + BMS + Passerelle

University / ETH3 years

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree1.5–2 years

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Career Start

Master's degree

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Starting salary: CHF 66'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics7/10

🔬 Science9/10

💻 IT7/10

🔧 Manual4/10

🎨 Artistic3/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance6/10

🎨 Creativity7/10

🤝 Social Contact6/10

💪 Physical Demands4/10

📈 Career Growth8/10

🔮 Future Outlook6/10

🔥 Demand (current)6/10

✨ AI Risk4/10

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