Careers that need an advanced degree
Seven hundred and thirty-one careers where a graduate or doctoral credential is the standard entry path, careers where a master's, doctoral or professional credential is the standard entry path, including medicine, law, academic research and senior specialist roles. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 2 of 15 for careers that need an advanced degree.
731 careers in Careers that need an advanced degree, page 2 of 15
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
Master's Degree · $101,390
Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in…
Audio / DSP Engineer
Bachelor's degree (EE/CS/Music Technology; MS valued) · $130,000
Develops audio processing software, digital signal processing algorithms, and audio plugins for music production,…
Audiologists
Doctoral Degree · $92,120
Assess and treat persons with hearing and related disorders. May fit hearing aids and provide auditory training. May…
Automotive Designer
Bachelor's degree (Transportation Design/Industrial Design) · $95,000
Designs the exterior and interior of vehicles including cars, trucks, and electric vehicles, creating concept sketches,…
Autonomous Systems Software Engineer
Master's degree (PhD valued) · $195,000
Develops software for autonomous vehicles, drones, and robotic systems, working on perception, planning, localization,…
Behavioral Health / Mental Health Organization CEO
Master's degree (MSW/PsyD/MBA/MHA) · $160,000
Leads a behavioral health or mental health organization, overseeing clinical programs, substance abuse treatment,…
Behavioral Scientist (Applied)
Ph.D. in Behavioral Economics, Psychology, or Decision Science · $105,000
Applies behavioral economics and psychology principles to design nudges, choice architectures, and interventions that…
Bioacoustician / Wildlife Acoustics Researcher
Ph.D. in Bioacoustics, Ecology, or Signal Processing · $68,000
Studies animal communication and biodiversity through acoustic monitoring, developing automated sound recognition…
Bioanalytical Scientist
Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Pharmacology · $95,000
Develops and validates bioanalytical methods to quantify drugs and metabolites in biological matrices, supporting…
Biochemists and Biophysicists
Post-Doctoral Training · $103,650
Study the chemical composition or physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical…
Bioethicist / Research Ethics Specialist
Ph.D. in Bioethics, Philosophy, or Law; M.D. with ethics training · $85,000
Advises on ethical issues in biomedical research, clinical trials, and healthcare, developing ethics policies and…
Bioinformatics Scientists
Bachelor's Degree · $79,120
Conduct research using bioinformatics theory and methods in areas such as pharmaceuticals, medical technology,…
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Doctoral Degree · $83,460
Teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a…
Biologics / Monoclonal Antibody Scientist
Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Immunology, or Protein Engineering · $125,000
Develops and characterizes biologic therapeutics including monoclonal antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates, and…
Biologists
Master's Degree · $79,120
Research or study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and…
Biomedical Researcher
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $110,000
Conducts scientific investigations to advance medical knowledge, develop new treatments, and improve human health…
Biomedical Scientist
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $105,000
Investigates biological processes and diseases to develop new treatments and diagnostic tools, advancing medical…
Bioprocess Engineer / Biomanufacturing Scientist
Master's or Ph.D. in Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or Biochemistry · $110,000
Designs, optimizes, and scales up biological manufacturing processes for producing biopharmaceuticals such as…
Biostatisticians
Master's Degree · $125,770
Develop and apply biostatistical theory and methods to the study of life sciences.
Biotech Consultant
Master's Degree · $150,000
Advises biotechnology companies on strategic initiatives, research and development pipelines, market access, and…
Biotechnology R&D Manager
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $150,000
Directs and oversees research and development activities in biotechnology, leading scientific teams to innovate and…
Bishop / Denominational Leader
Master of Divinity (MDiv) or Doctorate of Ministry (DMin) · $100,000
Leads a diocese, district, or denominational region, overseeing multiple congregations, clergy appointments, doctrinal…
Board Member
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $200,000
Provides strategic oversight and governance to an organization, ensuring long-term success and accountability to…
Board Member / Advisor
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $250,000
Provide strategic guidance and oversight to organizations, leveraging extensive experience to advise on critical…
Board Member, Public Company
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $350,000
Oversee the strategic direction, governance, and performance of a public corporation, ensuring accountability to…
Board Member, Renewable Energy Company
Bachelor's Degree · $150,000
Provide strategic oversight, governance, and fiduciary accountability as a non-executive or executive board member of a…
Botanical Garden / Zoo Director
Master's degree (PhD in Biology/Zoology common) · $140,000
Leads a botanical garden, zoo, or aquarium, overseeing conservation programs, animal/plant care, education,…
Brand Director
Bachelor's Degree · $130,000
Develops and executes comprehensive brand strategies to enhance brand visibility, reputation, and market share.…
Bridge Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Civil/Structural Engineering; Master's common) · $105,000
Designs, analyzes, and inspects bridges and other transportation structures, performing load rating, seismic analysis,…
Bureau Chief / Foreign Bureau Chief
Bachelor's in Journalism or International Relations; language skills and extensive field experience · $95,000
Manages a news bureau office in a domestic or international location, overseeing correspondents, coordinating coverage,…
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
Doctoral Degree · $97,270
Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and…
Carbon Sequestration Scientist
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $105,000
Research and quantify the carbon sequestration potential of natural and engineered systems including forests, soils,…
Cardiologists
Master's or Doctoral Degree · $135,000
Diagnose, treat, manage, and prevent diseases or conditions of the cardiovascular system. May further subspecialize in…
Cell Biologist
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $105,512
Investigates the structure, function, and behavior of cells to understand fundamental life processes and contribute to…
CEO - Agriculture / Agribusiness
Bachelor's degree (Agriculture/Business) · $250,000
Leads an agricultural company or agribusiness, managing farming operations, food processing, commodity trading,…
CEO - Automotive / Electric Vehicle Company
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (MBA common) · $400,000
Leads an automotive or electric vehicle company, overseeing vehicle design, manufacturing, dealer networks,…
CEO - CleanTech / Renewable Energy Company
Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science (MBA common) · $280,000
Leads a clean technology or renewable energy company, overseeing technology development, project deployment, policy…
CEO - Construction / Engineering Firm
Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management · $280,000
Leads a construction or engineering company, overseeing project delivery, safety, bidding strategy, client relations,…
CEO - Defense / Aerospace Contractor
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (MBA/MS common; advanced clearance) · $450,000
Leads a defense or aerospace company, overseeing government contracts, advanced technology programs, security…
CEO - Education Technology (EdTech) Company
Bachelor's degree (MBA/EdD common) · $250,000
Leads an education technology company, overseeing product development, school/university partnerships, content…
CEO - Energy / Utilities
Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business (MBA common) · $400,000
Leads an energy or utility company, managing power generation, distribution, regulatory affairs, sustainability…
CEO - Fashion / Luxury Brand
Bachelor's degree (MBA/Fashion Design common) · $350,000
Leads a fashion house or luxury brand, overseeing creative direction, brand positioning, retail operations, and global…
CEO - Financial Services / Banking
Bachelor's degree (MBA from top school common) · $450,000
Leads a bank, insurance company, or financial services firm, managing regulatory compliance, risk, capital allocation,…
CEO - FinTech Company
Bachelor's degree (MBA/CS/Finance common) · $320,000
Leads a financial technology company, overseeing product innovation, regulatory compliance, banking partnerships, and…
CEO - Food & Beverage Company
Bachelor's degree (MBA common; Food Science valued) · $300,000
Leads a food and beverage company, overseeing product development, manufacturing, distribution, brand management, and…
CEO - Healthcare / Hospital System
Master's degree (MHA/MBA/MD) · $500,000
Leads a hospital or health system, overseeing clinical operations, financial performance, regulatory compliance,…
CEO - HealthTech / Digital Health Company
Bachelor's degree (MD/MBA/MS common) · $300,000
Leads a health technology or digital health company, overseeing product development, FDA/regulatory strategy, health…
CEO - Hospitality / Hotel Group
Bachelor's degree (MBA/Hospitality degree common) · $350,000
Leads a hospitality company or hotel group, overseeing brand standards, guest experience, property operations, revenue…
CEO - Insurance Company
Bachelor's degree (MBA/actuarial credentials common) · $380,000
Leads an insurance company, overseeing underwriting, claims, actuarial functions, distribution channels, and regulatory…
CEO - Manufacturing / Industrial
Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business (MBA common) · $320,000
Leads a manufacturing or industrial company, overseeing production operations, supply chain, quality, safety, workforce…