Group
Occupation
244632 Botanist
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
244632 Botanist
Studies the anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and ecology of plants.
Specialisation
- Plant Pathologist
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- Studies and researches the life cycle of plants
- Identifies, classifies and records plant species
- Identifies and studies diseases and disorders of plants
- Studies, researches and assesses the effect of environmental factors on plant growth and distribution
- Manages botanical collections
- Monitors plant populations and their distribution