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Aquaculture or Fisheries Scientist

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Employed

160

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

Aquaculture or Fisheries Scientist is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

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About this career

Studies commercial marine and aquatic plants, animals, ecosystems and aquaculture techniques to assess stock and enhance the productivity of aquatic wild harvest and aquaculture, and develop better ways of harvesting fish and plants.

What they typically do

  • Conducts research on marine and aquatic plants, animals, ecosystems and aquaculture techniques, and publishes findings in scientific journals and presents them at conferences and seminars
  • Studies environmental and other factors affecting commercial aquaculture or fisheries
  • Manages aquatic resources to maximise their long-term commercial, recreational and environmental benefits for the community
  • Assesses the stock of aquatic wild harvest and aquaculture to determine productivity levels
  • Develops and implements strategies to enhance wild harvest and aquaculture productivity
  • Investigates and develops new methods and technologies for harvesting fish and plants
  • Monitors and evaluates the environmental impact of fishing and aquaculture activities
  • Collects and analyses data on fish populations and water quality
  • Provides advice and recommendations to government agencies and industry stakeholders

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as an Aquaculture or Fisheries Scientist.

No qualification pathways published on training.gov.au yet.