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Associate Ornithologist

Fontana, CA · Hybrid

... botany), we actively encourage you to continue developing and applying them. The Role You'll lead ... Private medical insurance * Life, income, and travel insurance * Salary sacrifice car lease and ...

ERM

Field Biologist (Field Based)

Fresno, CA · On-site

$35.97 - $46.58/hr

... or botany is required. * Expertise with Fisher is a plus. * Experience with delineation ... We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision ...

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Field Biologist (Field Based)

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site

$35.97 - $46.58/hr

... or botany is required. * Expertise with Fisher is a plus. * Experience with delineation ... We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision ...

ERM

Field Biologist (Field Based)

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$35.97 - $46.58/hr

... or botany is required. * Expertise with Fisher is a plus. * Experience with delineation ... We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision ...

ERM

Field Biologist (Field Based)

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site

$35.10 - $38.46/hr

Botany is a plus. * Experience with construction monitoring. * Familiarity with nesting bird survey ... We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision ...

ERM

Field Biologist (Field Based)

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$35.97 - $46.58/hr

... or botany is required. * Expertise with Fisher is a plus. * Experience with delineation ... We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision ...

ERM

Field Biologist (Field Based)

Avila Beach, CA · On-site

$35.97 - $46.58/hr

... or botany is required. * Expertise with Fisher is a plus. * Experience with delineation ... We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision ...

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How much do medical botany jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical botany in California is $75.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.19 and $189.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is medical botany?

Medical botany is the study of plants and their use in medicine. It involves understanding how various plants can be used to prevent, treat, or cure diseases, as well as identifying their active chemical compounds. Medical botanists research medicinal plants, their traditional uses, and how they can be used in modern healthcare. This field combines knowledge from botany, pharmacology, and ethnomedicine to discover and develop new drugs and therapies.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in medical botany?

Professionals in medical botany often encounter challenges such as accurately identifying plant species and ensuring consistent quality of plant materials. They must stay up-to-date with evolving regulations regarding the collection and use of medicinal plants, and may work closely with both laboratory scientists and field researchers to validate the efficacy and safety of botanical products. Additionally, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams—including pharmacologists, ethnobotanists, and healthcare providers—is common to ensure research meets both scientific and clinical standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a medical botanist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medical Botanist, a strong background in plant sciences, pharmacology, and biochemistry, often supported by at least a bachelor's degree (with many roles requiring a master's or PhD), is essential. Familiarity with laboratory research methods, botanical databases, and analytical tools such as chromatography and mass spectrometry is typically required. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective collaboration are important soft skills for excelling in research and interdisciplinary projects. These skills ensure the accurate identification and study of medicinal plants, contributing to scientific discoveries and the development of new therapies.

What is the difference between Medical Botany vs Pharmacognosy?

AspectMedical BotanyPharmacognosy
Required CredentialsBotany degrees, certifications in herbal medicinePharmacy or pharmacognosy degrees, certifications in natural products
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, herbal supplement companies, botanical gardensResearch labs, pharmaceutical companies, academic institutions
Industry UsageHerbal medicine, alternative health, botanical researchDrug discovery, natural product research, pharmacology

Medical Botany focuses on the study of plants used for medicinal purposes, emphasizing herbal remedies and botanical applications. Pharmacognosy involves the scientific study of natural products, including plant-derived compounds, for drug development and pharmacological research. While both fields overlap in plant-based medicine, Medical Botany is more applied to herbal practices, whereas Pharmacognosy is centered on scientific analysis and pharmaceutical development.

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Infographic showing various Medical Botany job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $156,220 per year, or $75.1 per hour.

Natural Resources Field Technician

ACRT

Los Banos, CA

$26/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

ACRT Pacific, LLC.Full time Regular

ACRT Pacific is currently seeking passionate, hardworking individuals who enjoy working outdoors and have a strong interest in environmental science and conservation. Our Field Technician position is ideal for early-career professionals or seasoned field staff with educational or hands-on experience in ecology, biology, environmental science, natural resources, or related fields.
Technicians will conduct field assessments of local ecology in utility Right-of-Way corridors. Responsibilities include species identification and documentation, water/soil sample collection, and using mapping tools such as GPS and ArcGIS.

Minimum Requirements:

  • 3-5 years' experience in conducting non-lethal butterfly surveys in the San Joaquin Valley of California

  • College degree in ecology, biology, natural resources, environmental science, or a related field
    OR

  • 3-5 years experience in conducting non-lethal butterfly surveys in the San Joaquin Valley of California

  • 2+ years of relevant ecological field experience in lieu of a degree

  • Must be physically able and willing to work outdoors in all weather and terrain (this is a field-based role)

  • Valid driver's license required

  • Ability to work independently or in a small team in remote locations

  • Effective communication and documentation skills

  • Strong organizational and time management skills

  • Comfortable operating vehicles (4x4, ATVs)

  • Experience identifying local flora and fauna

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience conducting biological field surveys

  • Experience with botany, plant identification, or invertebrates.

  • Familiarity with ArcGIS (Field Maps, Survey123) or GPS-based data collection

  • Experience with environmental field equipment (e.g., camera traps, range finders, acoustic sampling equipment)

  • Exposure to regulatory compliance and reporting under environmental laws

  • Previous work with utility companies, government agencies, or private ecological firms

  • Ability to adapt to changing schedules and work within a wide geographic region

Additional Information:

  • Physical Demands: Frequent walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs), bending, and repetitive hand motions

  • Travel: Required up to 100% (including overnight and multi-week travel)

  • Field Conditions: Exposure to rugged terrain, extreme weather, noise, and environmental hazards

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Pacific salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited tocustomer contact terms,location, experience, and performance. Other rewards may include Paid Time Off, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, ESOP contributions, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and other region-specific benefits as eligible.

Salary Range Transparency

For applicants residing inCalifornia, the salary range for this role is from $26.00 minto $ 34.00max.

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hr@acrtinc.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Company: ACRT, Inc.

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