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Salty_Dig_16 t1_j497n4s wrote

Hi! If I were to get a masters in wildlife sciences instead of wildlife conservation ecology, do you think I could work in the same field as you? And if I took wildlife conservation ecology, what other types of jobs would be accessible to me?

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leopardusmdd OP t1_j49lxpp wrote

Hi! I don't want to deter you from pursuing a career in wildlife conservation (sciences/ecology, etc.), but the reality is that paid jobs are few and far between (you mentioned a job so I'm speaking to paid work :)). Most of my colleagues/labmates have found entry level jobs as professors or potentially jobs for the State in forestry/wildlife that pay well if lucky. I myself haven't been able to pay myself a salary at Hoja Nueva since founding it in 2015 -- I'm only able to pay local/Peruvians a competitive wage. I have done film work, graphic design, consulting on the side to make a living wage. Anyway I just don't want it to come across as the perfect life, fully supported, the "dream" etc. to do what I do because it's just not possible for everyone financially or otherwise. To answer your question from a broader sense though, YES, if you were to get a masters in wildlife sciences, you would be well prepared for a "job" like mine. :) xo

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Salty_Dig_16 t1_j49wzje wrote

Thank you so much for your reply! It was really insightful, I wish you the best with your organisation!!!

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