Life Science Technician
ANZSCO 311413
2,500
30%
67%
35 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
Salary and some workforce figures are suppressed for this occupation because Jobs and Skills Australia / the ABS do not publish estimates for small populations (typically fewer than 50 employed people) or because the figures have been perturbed for privacy. They are shown as unavailable rather than zero.
About this career
Life Science Technicians identify and collects living organisms and conducts field and laboratory studies in support of Life Scientists or Environmental Scientists.
What they typically do
- Prepares materials for experimentation, including freezing and slicing specimens and mixing chemicals.
- Collects information and samples.
- Conducts field and laboratory experiments, tests and analyses.
- Presents results in graphic or written form by preparing maps charts, sketches, diagrams and reports.
- Performs routine mathematical calculations and computations of measurement.
- Controls the quality and quantity of laboratory supplies by testing samples and monitoring usage.
- Checks, calibrates and maintains test equipment.
- Participate in fabricating, installing and modifying equipment to ensure that critical standards are met.
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