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How much do behavioral ecology jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for behavioral ecology in Texas is $21.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.69 and $24.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Behavioral Ecology job?

A Behavioral Ecology job involves studying the interactions between animal behavior and ecological factors such as environment, competition, and evolution. Professionals in this field conduct research on how animals adapt their behaviors to survive and reproduce in their natural habitats. They may work in academia, conservation organizations, or governmental agencies, analyzing data, conducting fieldwork, and publishing findings. Their work contributes to understanding species interactions, biodiversity, and ecosystem health.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Behavioral Ecology position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Behavioral Ecology, you need a strong background in biology, ecology, and statistical analysis, often supported by an advanced degree (MSc or PhD). Familiarity with data collection technologies, GIS software, and statistical packages such as R is vital for analyzing animal behavior in natural environments. Excellent observation, problem-solving, and collaboration skills help you navigate fieldwork challenges and contribute to interdisciplinary research teams. These abilities are crucial for conducting robust scientific studies and communicating findings that inform conservation and ecological management.

What are the typical work environments for professionals in Behavioral Ecology?

Behavioral Ecologists often split their time between outdoor fieldwork in diverse habitats and analytical work in laboratory or office settings. Fieldwork can involve observing and recording animal behaviors, collecting ecological data, and sometimes traveling to remote or challenging environments. Once field data are gathered, you may spend significant time analyzing results, writing scientific papers, and collaborating with other scientists or stakeholders. This blend of independent research and teamwork offers variety and the chance to make meaningful contributions to wildlife conservation and ecological understanding.
What are the most commonly searched types of Behavioral Ecology jobs in Texas? The most popular types of Behavioral Ecology jobs in Texas are:
Infographic showing various Behavioral Ecology job openings in Texas as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% As Needed, and 33% Full Time. Highlights an 21% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 78% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,715 per year, or $22 per hour.

Mental Health Professional

Evidence Based Associates

Temple, TX • On-site

$27.44/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Overview
Do you have a passion for working with children and families? We are looking for compassionate, dedicated people in who want to empower youth and families by creating strength-based behavior change that will be sustained long after treatment ends.
You will receive ongoing training in the Multisystemic Therapy (MST) model as you work with families, youth, their communities, and other key members of their ecology to implement MST as designed. Extensive research has proven the effectiveness of MST. MST therapists do whatever it takes, via close collaboration with all involved, to address the needs of juveniles with criminal offenses, including, in some cases, substance abuse. You will empower families to address challenging and/or problematic behavior and to help youth aged 12 - 17 make life-transforming changes. Treatment progress is made through intensive interventions such as skill building, changing unhelpful family interactions, and increasing social support, to name a few. For more information on Multisystemic Therapy, please watch this video: How Does MST Work?
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Provide direct clinical treatment using the MST treatment model and principles. Some principles include leveraging strengths and focusing on the positive, understanding sequences of behavior, and increasing mature behavior.
  • Conduct a thorough assessment of the client and family: gather information on behaviors of concern and strengths in the family and their ecology to inform conceptualization of the problem behaviors and interactions within the family's ecological context.
  • Comfort working with a diverse community of clients.
  • Knowledge of the types of families in the community
  • Continuously work to engage the primary caregiver, family members, supports, and community agency staff (school, probation, child welfare) in change-oriented treatment.
  • Dedicate time to weekly case planning and evaluation of case progress, with ongoing support from your supervisor and team members.
  • Receive regular training, professional development, supervision, and consultation activities designed to help you acquire extensive clinical skills within the MST treatment model.
  • Assure, along with fellow clinicians, that clients have access to 24 hours/day, 7 days/week support as needed.

Qualifications
  • Master's degree in clinical or counseling Psychology, Social Work, or a related subject area required, provisional licensure at minimum required.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation to travel to clients' homes and possibly transport multiple clients at once.
  • Must live within a 30 - 45-minute travel time from the designated service area.

Preferred Experience
  • Direct use of pragmatic (i.e., structural, strategic, and functional) family therapies
  • Therapy with children and adults using cognitive-behavioral techniques.
  • Couples therapy using behaviorally based approaches.
  • Implementation of interventions within or between systems in the youth's natural ecology (i.e., family, peer, school, and neighborhood)
  • Collaboration and partnership with community agencies
  • Previous work providing in-home or community-based therapy services.

Pay: Minimum Starting Hourly Rate: $27.44
Maximum Starting Hourly Rate - Dependent on Qualifications

Benefits
  • Health
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off - 9.23 hrs per pay period
  • 10 Observed Company Paid Holidays
  • 8 Hours Annual Volunteer Time Off
  • Retirement Plan w/ Employer Match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Account

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