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Agricultural or forestry scientist

Research and analyse plants, farming, and cultivation methods to improve and enrich forestry and agriculture.

Agriculture & farming specialist

Provide research-led practical solutions for farmers and livestock producers.

Astronomer

Observe the universe—including planets, stars, and moons—and how it works.

Biochemist

Research the chemical and physical principles of living organisms.

Biologist

Research the anatomy, physiology and biochemistry of living organisms such as humans, animals and plants and their relationship with the environment.

Chemist

Analyse chemical compounds in a laboratory environment.

Environmental scientist

Protect the environment by researching and advising on flora, fauna and natural resources.

Farmer

Grow crops, breed livestock, raise fish and other aquatic stock.

Food & wine scientist

Study food substances to improve quality and safety

Geologist or geophysicist

Study the nature and composition of the physical attributes of Earth.

Hydrologist

Design strategies for water conservation and improving water quality.

Life scientist

Observe the substance, function and interactions of living organisms and their environments.

Mathematician

Crunch numbers and develop mathematical theories and ideas.

Medical scientist

Improve human health through research, testing and analysing information.

Metallurgist

Specialise in metal production, recovery, and purification.

Meteorologist

Study the weather to predict future weather patterns.

Physicist

Expand and apply your scientific knowledge of energy, matter, and motion.

Science technician

Provide technical support in the lab and collaborate with scientists to perform experiments.

Soil scientist

Get your hands dirty and work hard to understand the environment and soil conditions.

Zoologist

Observe the makeup and chemistry of humans, animals, and plants. Glean information about how organisms interact with each other.