Biologist, Kaimātai koiora
Also known as
- Biological scientist, life scientist, aquatic biologist, marine biologist, marine scientist, wildlife biologist
Biologists study plant and animal life and how they interact with their environment and other living things.
2:46 mins
Your pay could be
$48K
Lower
$71K to $122K
Most common
$143K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Biologists
- usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours
- usually work in offices and laboratories, and may travel locally or nationally
- need to be methodical, accurate and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- Prepare research or technical reports on environmental issues.
- Communicate results of environmental research.
- Develop collaborative relationships between departments or with external organisations.
- Conduct research of processes in natural or industrial ecosystems.
- Collect environmental data or samples.
- Plan biological research.
- Supervise scientific or technical personnel.
- Classify organisms based on their characteristics or behaviour.
- Examine characteristics or behaviour of living organisms.
- Write grant proposals.
You need a qualification to become a biologist.
You need
- a Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, marine biology or similar
You may need
- a Master's degree or PhD for research positions
If you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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