Biology

Description

Tissues, cells, and functions of plant and animal organisms and their interdependencies and interactions with each other and the environment.

Occupations requiring this skill

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Skill demand overview
  • Essential in 37 occupations
  • Optional in 31 occupations
  • Total: 68 occupations
  • Most common in: ISCO major group 2 (Professionals)

Essential for

  • Biomedical engineer
    Biomedical engineers combine knowledge of engineering principles and biological findings for the development of medical treatments, medicaments, and general healthcare purposes. Th…
  • Biotechnical technician
    Biotechnical technicians perform technological work in assistance of scientists. They work in laboratory settings where they help scientists to research, develop and test forms of …
  • Environmental education officer
    Environmental education officers are responsible for promoting environmental conservation and development. They visit schools and businesses to give talks, they produce educational…
  • Kinesiologist
    A Kinesiologist is a healthcare and movement science professional who studies human motion and applies this knowledge to improve health, fitness, rehabilitation, and performance. T…
  • Biophysicist
    A Biophysicist is a scientist who studies the physical principles that govern the structures and processes of biological systems. They apply concepts from physics, chemistry, biolo…
  • Science teacher secondary school
    Science teachers at secondary schools provide education to students, commonly children and young adults, in a secondary school setting. They are usually subject teachers, specialis…
  • Physiologist
    A Physiologist is a scientist who studies the functions and mechanisms of living organisms, focusing on how cells, tissues, organs, and systems work together to support life. Physi…
  • Botanical technician
    Botanical technicians provide technical assistance in researching and testing different plant species to monitor their properties such as growth and structure. They collect and ana…
  • Biomedical scientist
    Biomedical scientists perform all laboratory methods required as part of medical examination, treatment and research activities, particularly clinical-chemical, haematological, imm…
  • Biology technician
    Biology technicians provide technical assistance in researching and analysing the relationship between living organisms and their environment. They use laboratory equipment to exam…
  • Behavioural scientist
    Behavioural scientists research, observe and describe human behaviour in society. They draw conclusions on the motives that stir actions in humans, observe the various circumstance…
  • Botanist
    A Botanist is a scientist who studies plant life, including their structure, function, growth, classification, and interaction with the environment. Botanists are vital to understa…
  • Equine yard manager
    Equine yard managers are responsible for the day to day running of the yard including managing staff, care of the horses, all aspects of health and safety and dealing…
  • Biology lecturer
    Biology lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of stud…
  • Geneticist
    A Geneticist is a scientist who studies genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms. Their work is crucial for understanding how traits are passed from one generatio…
  • Livestock worker
    Livestock workers maintain the health and welfare of animals. They oversee the breeding/production and day-to-day care such as feeding and watering of animals. Duties Livestock wor…
  • Equine worker
    Equine workers provide caring activities for horses and ponies. Duties The duties of an equine worker include, but are not limited to: Caring and feeding of ponies and horses,…
  • Bioinformatics scientist
    A Bioinformatics Scientist is a professional who uses computational techniques and biological data to analyze and interpret complex biological systems. They develop algorithms, sof…
  • Biochemist
    A Biochemist is a scientist who studies the chemical processes and substances that occur within living organisms. Their work is at the intersection of biology and chemistry, explor…
  • Nature conservation officer
    Nature conservation officers manage and improve the local environment within all the sectors of a local community. They promote awareness of and understanding about the natural env…
  • Aquatic animal health professional
    Aquatic animal health professionals diagnose, prevent, and treat diseases, injuries, and dysfunctions of aquatic animals by implementing appropriate sampling protocols. They superv…
  • Ecologist
    An Ecologist studies the relationships between living organisms and their environment, examining how ecosystems function and how human activities affect biodiversity and natural ha…
  • Biology teacher secondary school
    Biology teachers at secondary schools provide education to students, commonly children and young adults, in a secondary school setting. They are usually subject teachers, speci…
  • Nanoengineer
    Nanoengineers combine the scientific knowledge of atomic and molecular particles with engineering principles for applications in a varied array of fields. They apply findings in ch…
  • Biochemistry technician
    Biochemistry technicians provide technical assistance in researching, analysing and testing the reactions caused by chemicals in living organisms. They use laboratory equipment to …
  • Microbiologist
    A Microbiologist is a scientist who studies microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, algae, and parasites, that are invisible to the naked eye but have a significant impac…
  • Environmental engineer
    Environmental engineers integrate environmental and sustainable measures in developing projects of various natures. They seek to preserve natural resources and natural sites. They …
  • Immunologist
    An Immunologist is a medical scientist or physician who specializes in the study of the immune system, including its function, disorders, and response to pathogens like bacteria, v…
  • Groom
    Grooms provide practical daily horse care to ensure the horses health, welfare and safety.They take part in exercising horses, cleaning and maintaining the stables, buildings and t…
  • Agronomist
    Agronomists provide consulting services to companies, agricultural cooperatives, agronomical crop growers and horticultural crop growers on the cultivation of food crops. They stud…
  • Curator of horticulture
    A Curator of Horticulture is a specialized professional responsible for overseeing the cultivation, care, and management of plants within botanical gardens, arboretums, or other pu…
  • Conservation scientist
    A Conservation Scientist is a professional dedicated to managing and protecting natural resources such as forests, grasslands, water, and wildlife habitats. They study ecosystems t…
  • Biologist
    A Biologist is a scientist who studies living organisms, including their structure, function, growth, evolution, and interactions with the environment. Biologists work in various f…
  • Bacteriology technician
    Bacteriology technicians provide technical assistance in researching and testing bacteria using laboratory equipment. They collect and analyse data for experiments, compile reports…
  • Biochemical engineer
    A Biochemical Engineer is a highly specialized professional who combines principles of biology, chemistry, and engineering to design and develop processes for producing pharmaceuti…
  • Bioengineer
    Bioengineers combine state of the art findings in the field of biology with engineering logics in order to develop solutions aimed at improving the well-being of society. They can……
  • Zoology technician
    Zoology technicians provide technical assistance in researching and testing animal species using laboratory equipment. They aid in research concerning animals as well as their envi…

Optional for

  • Pharmacologist
    A Pharmacologist is a scientist who studies the effects of drugs and chemicals on living organisms, focusing on how these substances interact with biological systems. Their researc…
  • Environmental scientist
    An Environmental Scientist studies the natural environment and works to protect it by identifying, analyzing, and mitigating human impacts on air, water, soil, and ecosystems. They…
  • Water treatment systems operator
    Water treatment systems operators treat water to ensure safety for drinking, irrigation, or other use. They operate and maintain water treatment equipment and ensure the water is s…
  • Agricultural technician
    Agricultural technicians collect and conduct experiments and tests on agriculture and aquaculture specimens. They provide support to scientists and farmers and also analyse and rep…
  • Environmental mining engineer
    An environmental mining engineer is a professional who specializes in mitigating the environmental impact of mining activities. This role involves implementing sustainable practice…
  • Toxicologist
    A Toxicologist is a scientist who studies the effects of chemicals, toxins, and other potentially harmful substances on living organisms. Their work is crucial in determining the s…
  • Dewatering technician
    Dewatering technicians install and operate pumps, spares, pipe ranges, and vacuum dewatering systems to collect and remove liquids and chemicals. Duties The duties of a dewatering …
  • Herbal therapist
    Herbal therapists use herbal medicine to relief pain and treat illnesses such as allergies, chronic physical conditions or stress-related conditions. They study the properties and …
  • Oceanographer
    Oceanographers study and perform research on matters related to the sea and oceans. They divide their expertise into four main branches of research: physical oceanographers, whose …
  • Agricultural engineer
    Agricultural engineers intervene in a variety of matters within the agriculture field in combination with engineering concepts. They design and develop machinery and equipment for …
  • Scientific laboratory technician
    Scientific laboratory technicians carry out laboratory-based research, analysis and testing and support life science professionals. They sample, test, measure, research and analyse…
  • Environmental programme coordinator
    Environmental programme coordinators develop programmes for the improvement of environmental sustainability and efficiency within an organisation or institution. They inspect sites…
  • Secondary school teacher
    Secondary school teachers provide education to students, commonly children and young adults, in a secondary school setting. They are usually specialist subject teachers, who inst…
  • Soil scientist
    A Soil Scientist studies the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soil to understand how it supports plant growth, affects ecosystems, and interacts with the environmen…
  • Physicist
    A physicist is a highly specialized scientist who studies the fundamental principles of nature and the properties of matter and energy. This field of science encompasses a wide ran…
  • Palaeontologist
    A Palaeontologist is a scientist who studies the history of life on Earth through the examination of fossilized remains, including bones, shells, footprints, and other traces of an…
  • Soil surveying technician
    Soil surveying technicians analyse soil by carrying out technical surveying tasks, using soil surveying techniques. They focus on the process of classifying soil types and other so…
  • Thanatology researcher
    Thanatology researchers study death and the dying in a variety of scientific fields such as psychology, sociology, physiology and anthropology. They contribute to the growth of kno…
  • Food science lecturer
    Food science lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of…
  • Environmental health inspector
    Environmental health inspectors carry out investigations to ensure that areas, organisations and companies comply with environmental and public health legislation. They evaluate en…
  • Industrial waste inspector
    Industrial waste inspectors conduct controls in companies to ensure they comply with waste and environmental regulations. They check the documentation related to waste management, …
  • Anthropologist
    Anthropologists research all aspects of life pertaining to humans. They study the various civilisations that have existed along the time and their ways of organisation. They attemp…
  • Biometrician
    A biometrician is a professional who applies statistical and mathematical methods to examine continuous traits, such as those related to genetics and inheritance. They are involved…
  • Epidemiologist
    An Epidemiologist is a public health professional who studies patterns, causes, and effects of diseases and health conditions within populations. They are at the forefront of disea…
  • Biomedical scientist advanced
    Biomedical scientists advanced undertake advanced translational research in the biomedical science field and perform as educators of their professions or as other professionals. Ot…
  • Research manager
    Research managers oversee the research and development functions of a research facility or program or university. They support the executive staff, coordinate work activities, and …
  • Metrology technician
    Metrology technicians apply their practical knowledge of metrology to calibrate measuring instruments, test equipment and analyse their performance. They ensure that the evaluated …
  • Material testing technician
    Material testing technicians perform a variety of tests on materials such as soils, concrete, masonry and asphalt, in order to verify conformance to intended usage cases and specif…
  • Chemical engineer
    A Chemical Engineer is a professional who applies principles of chemistry, physics, mathematics, and engineering to design, develop, and optimize processes for producing chemicals,…
  • Metrologist
    A metrologist is a professional specializing in the measurement science, known as metrology. Metrologists play a crucial role in ensuring accuracy, precision, and consistency in me…
  • Natural resources consultant
    Natural resources consultant provide advice on the protection and management of natural resources, namely fauna, flora, soil and water to companies and governments that exploit the…

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