SOC code 19-1031
There have been 7 US Department of Labor LCA filings for Conservation Scientists on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 85.7% certified. The median annualized wage is $97,221. The top sponsor is Colorado State University, with most positions based in CO.
All sponsoring employers
5 distinct employers have filed E-3 LCAs for Conservation Scientists. Search or sort below.
| Employer | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top state | Top city |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University | 3 | 100.0% | $78,780 | CO | Fort Collins |
| Hancock Natural Resource Group | 1 | 100.0% | $155,000 | MA | Boston |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium Foundation | 1 | 100.0% | $93,500 | CA | Monterey |
| Winrock International Institute For Agricultural Development | 1 | 0.0% | $75,000 | OR | Portland |
| Woodland Park Zoo | 1 | 100.0% | $83,824 | WA | Seattle |
Top states
Where Conservation Scientists E-3 jobs are concentrated.
| State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| CO | 3 (42.9%) | $78,780 |
| CA | 1 (14.3%) | $93,500 |
| MA | 1 (14.3%) | $155,000 |
| OR | 1 (14.3%) | $75,000 |
| WA | 1 (14.3%) | $83,824 |
Top cities
Cities where Conservation Scientists E-3 jobs are filed.
| City | State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Collins | CO | 3 | $78,780 |
| Boston | MA | 1 | $155,000 |
| Monterey | CA | 1 | $93,500 |
| Portland | OR | 1 | $75,000 |
| Seattle | WA | 1 | $83,824 |
Job titles within this role
The actual job titles employers used in their filings. Useful when the SOC label is generic — e.g. "CEO" / "Chief Executive Officer" both fall under Chief Executives.
| Job title | Filings |
|---|---|
| Research Associate III | 3 |
| Senior Manager of Water Resources | 1 |
| Program Officer | 1 |
| Principal Investigator, Coastal Ecosystems | 1 |
| Conservation Monitoring Strategist | 1 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend in E-3 LCA filings for Conservation Scientists. DOL's fiscal year runs October–September.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 1 | 0.0% | $75,000 | |
| FY2021 | 1 | 100.0% | $155,000 | |
| FY2023 | 2 | 100.0% | $83,824 | |
| FY2025 | 1 | 100.0% | $78,780 | |
| FY2026 | 2 | 100.0% | $93,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Conservation Scientists have been sponsored on the E-3 visa?
There have been 7 Labor Condition Application filings for Conservation Scientists on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 85.7% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median wage for Conservation Scientists on the E-3 visa?
The median annualized wage for Conservation Scientists on the E-3 visa is $97,221, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded from this calculation.
Which employers sponsor the most Conservation Scientists on the E-3 visa?
The top E-3 visa sponsors of Conservation Scientists are: Colorado State University (3 filings), Hancock Natural Resource Group (1 filings), Monterey Bay Aquarium Foundation (1 filings). The full list of sponsoring employers is shown above.
Where are E-3 visa conservation scientists based in the US?
Most E-3 visa filings for Conservation Scientists are based in: CO (3 filings), CA (1 filings), MA (1 filings).
Can Australians work as conservation scientists on the E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and is one of the most common visa categories for skilled professionals working in the United States. Conservation Scientists is regularly sponsored under the E-3 visa, as the data on this page shows.
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