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Environmental Research Scientist

Researches environmental phenomena, and studies and develops policies and plans for the control of adverse environmental factors, and the protection, effective management, restoration and recovery of the environment.

Also known as: Environmental Scientist

Skills assessment authority
VETASSESS
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Visas for Environmental Research Scientist

Main tasks

  • Studies, records and analyses atmospheric conditions, demographic characteristics, and air, mineral, soil and water samples
  • Examines the impact of human activity on the environment and creates plans to reduce these impacts
  • Investigates the source of adverse environmental factors such as air and water pollution, and land degradation
  • Develops conservation and environmental rehabilitation plans to prevent, reduce or remediate the impacts of activities such as agriculture, construction, forestry and mining
  • Develops and leads environmental sustainability projects
  • Plans, conducts and manages environmental research and monitoring projects

Specialisations

Water Quality Analyst

State nomination

7 state(s) nominate Environmental Research Scientist for the 190 / 491 visa. See the details by state:

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