Animal welfare science offers diverse career pathways in industry, government, NGOs, research, and veterinary practice. Building welfare science capacity globally is essential for welfare improvement at scale.
Welfare science careers offer the opportunity to directly improve the lives of billions of animals through evidence development, policy engagement, and industry change. The supply of trained welfare scientists in many countries lags the demand from industry, government, and civil society. Career pathways that combine scientific training with advocacy skills are particularly needed. Mentorship from established welfare scientists and engagement with professional networks accelerates career development.