Life Scientists
Life Scientist work in most parts of Australia, with Queensland and Western Australia having large shares of Life Scientist. They work mainly in the following sectors: Professional, Scientific and Technical Services; Education and Training; and Public Administration and Safety industries.
Minimum requirements for Life Scientist include bachelor’s degree and relevant work experience.
Biologist
ANZSCO ID 234511
Job Description
Research basic principles of plant and animal life, which includes the origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and functions.
Anatomist or Physiologist
Job Description
Research on form and structure of animal bodies
Specialisation
- Embryologist
- Neuroanatomist
Biochemist
ANZSCO ID 234513
Job Description
Research chemical composition and processes of living organisms that affect vital processes such as growth and aging
Specialisation
- Enzyme Chemist
- Protein Chemist
Biotechnologist
ANZSCO ID 234514
Job Description
Uses biological organisms to create and improve products and processes
Specialisation
- Cell Geneticist
- Molecular Biologist
- Molecular Geneticist
Botanist
ANZSCO ID 234514
Job Description
Research on all aspects of life
Specialisation
- Plant Morphologist
- Plant Pathologist
- Plant Physiologist
- Plant Taxonomist
Marine Biologist
ANZSCO ID 234516
Job Description
Research, analysis, and forecasts in relation to the oceans, their life forms, and coastal areas
Microbiologist
ANZSCO ID 234517
Job Description
Research microorganisms and their behavior to resolve issues affecting our health, environment, climate, food, and agriculture
Specialisation
- Bacteriologist (non-medical)
Zoologist
ANZSCO ID 234518
Job Description
Study animals and other wildlife, and how they interact with their ecosystems
Specialisation
- Entomologist
- Mammologist
- Ornithologist
Other Life Scientist
Job Description
This occupation group covers Life Scientists not elsewhere classified. Occupations in this group include:
Specialisation
- Animal Behaviourist
- Parasitologist
- Pharmacologist
- Toxicologist