Zoologist, Kaimātai kīrehe
Also known as
- Biologist, marine biologist, wildlife biologist, apicultural scientist, zoology researcher, mammologist, ornithologist
Zoologists study animals and wildlife and how they interact with other species and environments.
2:47 mins
Your pay could be
$53K
Lower
$65K to $112K
Most common
$151K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Zoologists
- usually work regular business hours
- usually work in offices, laboratories and outdoors
- may work in all weather conditions
- need to be methodical, identify and solve problems and communicate well
Tasks
- Advise others about environmental management or conservation.
- Measure environmental characteristics.
- Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
- Research environmental impact of industrial or development activities.
- Assess compliance with environmental laws.
- Plan biological research.
- Examine characteristics or behaviour of living organisms.
- Communicate with the public on environmental issues.
- Prepare biological samples for testing or analysis.
- Care for plants or animals.
You need a qualification to become a zoologist.
You need
- a bachelor's or honours degree in animal science, biological sciences or science majoring in zoology or similar area
You may need
- a master's or doctoral degree majoring in zoology or similar area
- experience in similar work
- a driver licence
If you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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