Evolution Blog 1: Paleontologist

Required Education/Training: Naturally, you would need a Ph.D. in paleontology. You also need a strong educational background in natural sciences, geology and biology. You might be required to have skills in statistical analysis and computers. Voluntary or paid fieldwork is suggested to gain more experience.

Average Salary: In Canada, the average salary of a paleontologist is $66,900. But in the United States, the average salary of a paleontologist is $82,500.

References: 
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/40/Joda_paleontologist.jpg

http://www.academicinvest.com/science-careers/geology-careers/how-to-become-a-paleontologist