Environmental Research Scientist
OSCA 244432·ANZSCO 234313
3,700
22.7%
46.8%
38 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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Courses linked to this job include Advanced Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management.
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About this career
Researches environmental phenomena, and studies and develops policies and plans for the control of adverse environmental factors, and the protection, effective management, restoration and recovery of the environment.
What they typically do
- Studies, records and analyses atmospheric conditions, demographic characteristics, and air, mineral, soil and water samples
- Examines the impact of human activity on the environment and creates plans to reduce these impacts
- Investigates the source of adverse environmental factors such as air and water pollution, and land degradation
- Develops conservation and environmental rehabilitation plans to prevent, reduce or remediate the impacts of activities such as agriculture, construction, forestry and mining
- Develops and leads environmental sustainability projects
- Plans, conducts and manages environmental research and monitoring projects
Where they work
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as an Environmental Research Scientist.
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Advanced Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management
AHC60422 · AQF 6 · 2 providers