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Biologists - 19-1029.04

O*NET-SOC Description

Research or study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and functions.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

Aquatic Biologist
Aquatic Scientist
Biological Scientist
Biologist
Botanist

Horticulturist
Marine Biologist
Research Biologist
Research Scientist
Scientist

SOC Occupation Groups

19-0000	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
19-1000	Life Scientists
19-1020	Biological Scientists
19-1029.00	Biological Scientists, All Other
19-1029.04	Biologists

Related Occupations

11-9121.00	Natural Sciences Managers Bright Outlook
19-1013.00	Soil and Plant Scientists
19-1022.00	Microbiologists
19-1023.00	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
19-1029.02	Molecular and Cellular Biologists
19-1029.03	Geneticists
19-1031.00	Conservation Scientists
19-2041.00	Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health
19-2041.03	Industrial Ecologists
19-2042.00	Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers

Tasks

Collect and analyze biological data about relationships among and between organisms and their environment.
Communicate test results to state and federal representatives and general public.
Develop and maintain liaisons and effective working relations with groups and individuals, agencies, and the public to encourage cooperative management strategies or to develop information and interpret findings.
Develop methods and apparatus for securing representative plant, animal, aquatic, or soil samples.
Develop pest management and control measures, and conduct risk assessments related to pest exclusion, using scientific methods.
Identify, classify, and study structure, behavior, ecology, physiology, nutrition, culture, and distribution of plant and animal species.
Measure salinity, acidity, light, oxygen content, and other physical conditions of water to determine their relationship to aquatic life.
Plan and administer biological research programs for government, research firms, medical industries, or manufacturing firms.
Prepare plans for management of renewable resources.
Prepare requests for proposals or statements of work.
Prepare technical and research reports, such as environmental impact reports, and communicate the results to individuals in industry, government, or the general public.
Program and use computers to store, process, and analyze data.
Represent employer in a technical capacity at conferences.
Research environmental effects of present and potential uses of land and water areas, determining methods of improving environmental conditions or such outputs as crop yields.
Review reports and proposals, such as those relating to land use classifications and recreational development, for accuracy, adequacy, or adherence to policies, regulations, or scientific standards.
Study and manage wild animal populations.
Study aquatic plants and animals and environmental conditions affecting them, such as radioactivity or pollution.
Study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and function.
Supervise biological technicians and technologists and other scientists.
Teach or supervise students and perform research at universities and colleges.
Write grant proposals to obtain funding for biological research.

Detailed Work Activities

Analyze chemical compounds or substances.
Analyze data to identify trends or relationships among variables.
Classify organisms based on their characteristics or behavior.
Collect environmental data or samples.
Communicate results of environmental research.
Communicate with government agencies.
Conduct research of processes in natural or industrial ecosystems.
Develop biological research methods.
Develop collaborative relationships between departments or with external organizations.
Develop plans to manage natural or renewable resources.
Develop safety standards, policies, or procedures.
Examine characteristics or behavior of living organisms.
Identify environmental concerns.
Instruct college students in physical or life sciences.
Operate computers or computerized equipment.
Plan biological research.
Prepare proposal documents or grant applications.
Prepare research or technical reports on environmental issues.
Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
Provide technical information or assistance to public.
Research environmental impact of industrial or development activities.
Research topics in area of expertise.
Review plans or proposals for environmental conservation.
Supervise scientific or technical personnel.
Write computer programming code.
Write grant proposals.