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.

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Biologist

ANZSCO ID 234511

Job Description

Research basic principles of plant and animal life, which includes the origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and functions.

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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