Registered Migration Australia

LIFE SCIENTIST (General)

ANZSCO 234511 - REGISTERED MIGRATION AUSTRALIA




Description

A life scientist (general) studies the origin, anatomy, physiology, reproduction and behaviour of living organisms and the ways in which they interact with the environment in which they live. In Australia a life scientist is a Skill Level 1 occupation.

 

 

Life Scientist Alternative Titles

 

  • Biologist (General)

 

 

Life Scientist Occupation Lists

Life Scientist (General) is on the following skill lists:

 

 

This occupation is not on the following skills list:

 

 

Group: 2345 Life Scientists

 

 

Life Scientist (General) Job Description - Registered Migration Australia

 

The job of a life scientist (general) in Australia is to examine the anatomy, physiology and biochemistry of humans, animals, plants and other living organisms to better understand how living organisms function and interact with each other and the environment in which they live.

 

Tasks

  • designing and conducting experiments, making observations and measurements, researching information, analysing data, preparing or supervising the preparation of laboratory reports and scientific papers, presenting findings at scientific meetings and conferences, and supervising the work of staff
  • studying the forms and structures of bodily organs and tissues by systematic observation, dissection and microscopic examination
  • investigating the chemical structure and function of living cells and their isolated components, organs and tissues in humans, animals, plants, and micro-organisms
  • examining micro-organisms, such as bacteria, fungi, yeast and their enzymes, and using the knowledge gained to create and develop new, and improve existing, products, materials and processes
  • investigating the effects of environmental factors, such as rainfall, temperature, sunlight, soil, topography and disease, on plant growth
  • planning and undertaking experiments to study, measure and understand marine animals and plants
  • studying the growth and characteristics of micro-organisms, such as bacteria, algae and fungi, and the effects they have on plants, animals and humans to develop medical, veterinary, industrial, environmental and other practical applications
  • investigating the interrelationships between animals in their natural surroundings, in captivity and in laboratories

 

Skill Level

Most occupations in the Life Scientist (General) unit group (Group 2345) have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

 

Occupations within the Life Scientist (general) Group

 

 

Note: Whilst a similar occupation may appear in the same botanist group if not specifically listed in the STSOL or MLTSSL, the ANZSCO description should be used for reference purposes only.

 

Botanist English Requirement

 

  • IELTS result with a minimum score of 6 (L, R, W), 7 in speaking and 7 overall;
  • OET result with a minimum grade B in all sections;
  • TOEFL iBT with a minimum score (L:12 R:13 W:21 S:23 overall L93);
  • PTE Academic with a minimum score of 50 (L, R, W), 65 in speaking and 65 overall

Exceptions

  • Australian Graduate Exceptions apply in some states/territories
  • Priority Skilled Lists may apply a specific requirement in some states/territories
  • Countries exempt from submitting IELTS or OET include the UK; Canada; New Zealand; US; and Ireland

 

Where mandatory licensing or registration is required you must demonstrate a level of English either sufficient to meet licensing / registration or a minimum IELTS, or equivalent, whichever is higher.

 

 

Assessment Authority

 

  • Biotechnologist is currently assessed with VETASSESS - (Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services); more information regarding assessment bodies

 

Please contact us if you would like assistance with your biotechnologist skilled visa application. Registered Migration Australia is a licensed migration company. We are proudly 100% Australian owned and operated.