Life Science Technician
OSCA 311535·ANZSCO 311413
990
30.5%
63.2%
39 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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Courses linked to this job include Diploma of Animal Technology, Certificate IV in Environmental Monitoring and Technology, Certificate IV in Sustainable Operations, and Diploma of Sustainable Operations.
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About this career
Identifies, collects and tests living organisms, and conducts field and laboratory studies in support of Life Scientists, Medical Scientists or Environmental Scientists.
What they typically do
- Assists in the collection and identification of living organisms
- Assists in maintaining records of collected specimens
- Assists with experiments conducted on living organisms and analysis of data collected about them
- Provides technical services and support for scientists in several fields, including biology, agriculture and environmental science
Where they work
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Life Science Technician.
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Diploma of Animal Technology
ACM50119 · AQF 5 · 4 providers
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Certificate IV in Environmental Monitoring and Technology
MSS40222 · AQF 4 · 4 providers
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Certificate IV in Sustainable Operations
MSS40122 · AQF 4 · 3 providers
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Diploma of Sustainable Operations
MSS50122 · AQF 5 · 2 providers
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Diploma of Environmental Monitoring and Technology
MSS50222 · AQF 5 · 5 providers