LIFE SCIENCE TECHNICIAN

ANZSCO 311413 - Registered Migration Australia

Description
A life science technician identifies and collects living organisms and conducts field and laboratory studies in support of Life Scientists or Environmental Scientists. In Australia a life science technician is a Skill Level 2 occupation.

 

 

Alternative Titles

 

• Life Science Technical Officer

 

Specialisations

 

• Biological Technical Officer
• Botanical Technical Officer
• Ecological Technical Officer
• Environmental Technical Officer
• Fisheries Technical Officer
• Forestry Technical Officer
• Forestry Technician
• Wood Technologist
• Zoology Technical Officer

 

 

Occupation Lists
This occupation is on the following skill lists:

 

• Combined Skilled Occupations List (STSOL MLTSSL)
• RSMS Occupations List (RSMSL)
• Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL)

 

This occupation is not on the following skill lists:

 

• Medium Long Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)
• Labour Market Testing Required for 457 List (LMTL)

 

 

 

Group: 3114 Science Technicians

 

Job Description - Registered Migration Australia

A life science technician performs tests and experiments, and provide technical support functions to assist with research, design, production and teaching in chemistry, earth sciences, life sciences, and physical sciences.

 

Tasks

• preparing materials for experimentation such as freezing and slicing specimens and mixing chemicals
• collecting information and samples
• conducting field and laboratory experiments, tests and analyses
• presenting results in graphic and written form by preparing maps, charts, sketches, diagrams and reports
• performing routine mathematical calculations, and computations of measurements
• controlling the quality and quantity of laboratory supplies by testing samples and monitoring usage
• checking, calibrating and maintaining test equipment
• participating in fabricating, installing and modifying equipment to ensure that critical standards are met
• preparing experiments and demonstrations for science classes

 

 

Skill Level
Most occupations in the life science technician unit group (Group 3114) have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:
AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

 

In New Zealand:
NZ Register Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

 

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

 

Occupations within the Life Science Technician Group

 

• 311411 Chemistry Technician
• 311412 Earth Science Technician
• 311413 Life Science Technician
• 311414 School Laboratory Technician
• 311415 Hydrographer
• 311499 Science Technicians nec

 

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

 

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.

 

• Information regarding the International English Testing System (IELTS)

 

Assessment Authority

 

• Life Science Technician is currently assessed with VETASSESS; more info regarding assessment bodies.

 

Average Income

 

The average salary for a Life Science Technician in Australia is $ 72,704 for male employees and $ 56,780 for female employees per year. Average Age: Males: 39.6 Females: 40.8 Persons: 40.0

 

Source: www.abs.gov.au (Group 3114) Science technicians - Employee Earnings and Hours, Australia, May 2016

 

 

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