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Botanist

OSCA 244632·ANZSCO 234515

Employed

720

Part-time share

27.7%

Female share

48.3%

Median age

45 yrs

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

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About this career

Studies the anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and ecology of plants.

What they typically do

  • 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

Where they work

Professional, Scientific and Technical Services

States and territories

Share of workers by location

QLD
23.4%
WA
21.7%
VIC
19.1%
NSW
17.9%
SA
7.2%
ACT
3.7%
TAS
3.5%
NT
3.3%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Botanist.

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