Group
Occupation
244636 Zoologist
Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0
Released
6/12/2024
244636 Zoologist
Studies the anatomy, physiology, characteristics, ecology, behaviour and environments of animals.
Entomologists are excluded from this occupation. Entomologists are included in Occupation 244633 Entomologist.
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- Studies animal characteristics, development, physiology, behaviour and movement patterns in controlled and/or natural habitats
- Studies the impact of human activity on animal life
- Collects, analyses and records animal specimens
- Assesses and manages wildlife populations and their habitat
- Studies living and extinct animals in order to understand their evolution and behaviour
- Researches any possible threats from disease and pollution in the animal life and their habitat