However, the private crime labs will usually require longer work hours often with a larger pay. Forensic pathologists approximately earn anywhere from $60,000 per year to $600,000 per year for the more experianced medical examiners. A list of acceptable question to ask in an interview with a forensic pathologist:
· What was the most difficult case, in terms of finding the cause of death and/or murderer, you have been involved in?
· What was the most difficult case, in terms of emotion, you have been involved in?
· Is it hard seeing the gruesome things you see each day?
· What is the hardest part of being a forensic pathologist?
· Why did you choose to become a forensic pathologist?
· Are you satisfied with your chosen career path of being a medical examiner?
· What advice do you have for people entering this line of