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Overview
Zoology technicians support research and testing on animal species by using laboratory equipment, collecting data, analysing observations and maintaining laboratory stock.
In job descriptions, look for animal species, habitats, ecosystems, laboratory equipment, sample handling, data collection, report writing, stock control and support for research projects.
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Open in Job ExplorerWhat the work can involve
The work is technical support for animal research. It can move between laboratory benches, sample preparation, observation records, field material, animal environments and stock rooms.
Skills and specializations
Useful strengths include careful sample handling, data collection, basic analysis, laboratory equipment care, report preparation, stock control and attention to habitats or ecosystems linked to the study.
Salary context
Salary context depends on research setting, laboratory responsibility, animal handling scope, fieldwork, data duties, stock accountability and whether the role supports several research projects.
Career paths
Experience can lead toward senior laboratory technician work, research assistant roles, wildlife or ecology field support, laboratory coordination or specialist animal-care research support.
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Check whether the advert describes the animal species, laboratory methods, fieldwork, data systems, stock duties, report format and level of contact with animals or samples.
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O*NET relationships
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O*NET relationships: 2
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
19-1023.00
Close relationship
The occupations are closely related, but the official mapping does not treat them as exact equivalents.
Open in O*NETBiological Technicians
19-4021.00
O*NET occupation is broader
The O*NET occupation covers a broader field of work than this ESCO occupation.
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Alternative labels
Occupation group
scientific laboratory technician (3141.2)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/ff4c28e2-66b1-4ae7-9053-fba8ec3428be |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 3141.2.5 |
| ISCO group | 3141 |
| Concept type | Occupation |