Below is a list of some of the highest paying jobs in the world. This can guide you in your career decisions.

Anesthesiologists:

Physicians who administer anesthetics prior to, during, or after surgery or other medical procedures. A bachelor’s degree is the minimum formal education required for this occupation.

Obstetricians and Gynecologists:

Physicians who provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth and those who diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general medical care to women.

Orthodontists:

They examine, diagnose, and treat dental malocclusions and oral cavity anomalies. Design and fabricate appliances to realign teeth and jaws to produce and maintain normal function and to improve appearance.

Radiologists:

They examine and diagnose disorders and diseases using x-rays and radioactive materials. May treat patients.

Neurologists:

They are specialists who diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and disorders of the nervous system.

Ophthalmologists:

They diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and injuries of the eyes and related structures.

Pediatricians:

They are physicians who diagnose, treat, and help prevent children’s diseases and injuries.

Petroleum Engineers:

Devise methods to improve oil and gas extraction and production and determine the need for new or modified tool designs. Oversee drilling and offer technical advice.


Dentists:

Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.

Lawyers:

Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law.

Pharmacists:

They produce drugs. They also dispense drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners and provide information to patients about medications and their use. May advise physicians and other health practitioners on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications.

Nuclear Engineers:

Conduct research on nuclear engineering projects or apply principles and theory of nuclear science to problems concerned with release, control, and use of nuclear energy and nuclear waste disposal.

Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers:

Pilots navigate the flight of fixed-wing, multi-engine aircraft, usually on scheduled air carrier routes, for the transport of passengers and cargo. Requires Federal Air Transport Pilot certificate and rating for specific aircraft type used. Includes regional, National, and international airline pilots and flight instructors of airline pilots.

Computer Hardware Engineers:

Research, repair, design, develop, or test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. May supervise the manufacturing and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components.

Software Developers:

Software developers are the creative minds behind computer programs. Some develop the applications that allow people to do specific tasks on a computer or other device. Others develop the underlying systems that run the devices or control networks.

Chemical Engineers:

Chemical engineers apply the principles of chemistry, biology, physics, and math to solve problems that involve the production or use of chemicals, fuel, drugs, food, and many other products. They design processes and equipment for large-scale safe and sustainable manufacturing, plan and test methods of manufacturing products and treating byproducts, and supervise production.

Economists:

Economists study the production and distribution of resources, goods, and services by collecting and analyzing data, researching trends, and evaluating economic issues.

Marine Engineers:

Marine engineers design, build, and maintain ships from aircraft carriers to submarines, from sailboats to tankers. Marine engineers work on the mechanical systems, such as propulsion and steering.

Computer Network Architects:

Computer network architects design and build data communication networks, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and intranets. These networks range from a small connection between two offices to a multinational series of globally distributed communications systems.

Robotics Engineers:

Research, design, develop, or test robotic applications.

Electrical Engineers:

Research, design, develop, test, or supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use.

Nurses:

Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication.Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.

Nurse Midwives:

Diagnose and coordinate all aspects of the birthing process, either independently or as part of a healthcare team. May provide well-woman gynecological care. Must have specialized, graduate nursing education.

Biochemists and Biophysicists:

Study the chemical composition or physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms.

Information Security Analysts:

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

Environmental Engineers:

Research, design, plan, or perform engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. Work may include waste treatment, site remediation, or pollution control technology.

Mechanical Engineers:

Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems.

Automotive Engineers:

Develop new or repair improved designs for vehicle structural members, engines, transmissions, or other vehicle systems, using computer-assisted design technology. Direct building, modification, or testing of vehicle or components.

Neuropsychologists and Clinical Neuropsychologists:

Apply theories and principles of neuropsychology to diagnose and treat disorders of higher cerebral functioning.

Database Administrators:

Administer, test, and implement computer databases, applying knowledge of database management systems. Coordinate changes to computer databases. May plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard computer databases.

Computer Programmers:

Create, modify, and test the code, forms, and script that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software developers or other individuals. May assist software developers by analyzing user needs and designing software solutions. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

Microbiologists:

Investigate the growth, structure, development, and other characteristics of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, algae, or fungi. Includes medical microbiologists who study the relationship between organisms and disease or the effects of antibiotics on microorganisms.

Clinical Psychologists:

Diagnose or evaluate mental and emotional disorders of individuals through observation, interview, and psychological tests, and formulate and administer programs of treatment.

Civil Engineers:

Perform engineering duties in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of building structures, and facilities, such as roads, railroads, airports, bridges, harbors, channels, dams, irrigation projects, pipelines, power plants, and water and sewage systems.

Urban and Regional Planners:

Urban and regional planners develop plans and programs for the use of land. Their plans help create communities, accommodate population growth, and revitalize physical facilities in towns and cities.

Accountants:

Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.

Auditors:

Examine and analyze accounting records to determine financial status of establishment and prepare financial reports concerning operating procedures.


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The highest earners in the States are Software Architects

Actuarial sciences

na by that?? what did dangote, otedola,adenuga,bill gates and the rest studied? i`ll still stand on my word: YOU DONT SURVIVE BY WHAT YOU STUDIED YOU SURVIVE BY WHAT YOU KNOW... Gaskia

Mainly Doctors?! definitely not in Nigeria

Don't be a lazy poster after all nobody beg you to create a topic..what you write up there is just scrap.... Cos u missed the main thing putting d salary figure...among many blunders..... Yawnnnn....
Only if nairaland charges for posting....

... and how does a physician who administer anesthetics prior to, during, or after surgery or other medical procedures; earn more than a certified internetwork expert?

emandman:
Don't be a lazy poster after all nobody beg you to create a topic..what you write up there is just scrap.... Cos u missed the main thing putting d salary figure...among many blunders..... Yawnnnn....
Only if nairaland charges for posting....

His signature... that is actually only what he is interested in posting!

Posting rubbish all the time just to direct people to your blog makes you lose credibility. That list has nothing to do with Nigeria. @cvwizards, take note.

Modified: So the mods changed Nigeria to world and hurriedly moved it to frontpage. How much is this guy paying the mods?

yeye Op wia you put NASS member in Nigeria e be like say......

Nigerian Political Leader

Money without sweat.

booked

I see,most of em are concentrated on science... When there are other people out side science that are making millions of dollars every month.

Front Page Things

LIES

This list is not complete is pastors and politicians are not listed.

Always thought dentistry pays more.Thought there was a famous quote by a former USA president about this?
Even here in nigeria, the money I spend each time I have problems with my teeth is painful.I have decided to use government hospitals hence. Got a very bad dentition.The holes that keeps coming back is enough to swallow 100 naira kpomo. Still use tooth pick after drinking water!

Well, I don't want to be highly payed, I want to be highly paying.

Proud Pharmacist, but seriously though self improvement matters too, not just what you studied

U forgot neurosurgeons

What of morticians

Why's legistlooters and other polithiefcians not on the list?