Zoologist

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Description
Zoologists conduct research for a variety of purposes. For example, many zoologists work
to increase our knowledge and understanding of wildlife species. They also work closely
with public officials to develop wildlife management and conservation plans that protect
species from threats and help animal populations return to and remain at sustainable
levels. Most zoologists and work on research teams with other scientists and technicians.
For example, zoologists may work with environmental scientists and hydrologists to
monitor the effects of water pollution on fish populations.
Sample Job Titles: Conservation Resources Management Biologist, Veterinarian, Wildlife

Biologist

Provincial Outlook

Estimated Salary

$40,127 - $111,366
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Education Level
Secondary School
On-the-job Training
College/Apprenticeship

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Compatibility

80%
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About Zoologists

Zoologist.

Zoologists study the

behavior of animals,
discover how...

Workplace

Work Environment
Zoologists work in offices, laboratories, and outdoors. Depending on their position and
interests, they may spend considerable time in the field gathering data and studying
animals in their natural habitats.
Fieldwork can require zoologists to travel to remote locations anywhere in the world. This
ability to travel and study nature firsthand is often viewed as a benefit of working in this
field, but there may be limited availability of modern amenities while traveling in remote
areas. Fieldwork can be physically demanding, and zoologists work in both warm and cold
climates and in all types of weather; in all environments, working as a zoologist can be
emotionally demanding since interpersonal contact may be limited.

Main Duties

Distribute information by writing reports and scientific papers or journal articles, and
by making presentations and giving talks for schools, clubs, interest groups and park
interpretive programs.
Make recommendations on management systems and planning for wildlife
populations and habitat, consulting with stakeholders and the public at large to
explore options.
Inventory or estimate plant and wildlife populations.
Inform and respond to public regarding wildlife and conservation issues, such as plant
identification, hunting ordinances, and nuisance wildlife.
Organize and conduct experimental studies with live animals in controlled or natural
surroundings.
Study characteristics of animals, such as origin, interrelationships, classification, life
histories and diseases, development, genetics, and distribution.
Study animals in their natural habitats, assessing effects of environment and industry
on animals, interpreting findings and recommending alternative operating conditions
for industry.
Check for, and ensure compliance with, environmental laws, and notify law
enforcement when violations are identified.
Collect and dissect animal specimens and examine specimens under microscope.
Perform administrative duties such as fundraising, public relations, budgeting, and
supervision of zoo staff.

Important Skills

Communication skills. Zoologists write scientific papers and give talks to the public,
policy makers, and academics.
Critical-thinking skills. Zoologists need sound reasoning and judgment to draw
conclusions from experimental results and scientific observations.

Emotional stamina and stability. Zoologists may need to endure long periods of time
with little human contact. As with other occupations that deal with animals, emotional
stability is important when working with injured or sick animals.
Interpersonal skills. Zoologists typically work on teams. They must be able to work
effectively with others to achieve their goals or negotiate conflicting goals.
Observation skills. Zoologists must be able to notice slight changes in an animals
characteristics, such as their behaviour or appearance.
Outdoor skills. Zoologists may need to chop firewood, swim in cold water, navigate
rough terrain in poor weather, or perform other activities associated with life in
remote areas.
Problem-solving skills. Zoologists try to find the best possible solutions to threats that
affect wildlife, such as disease and habitat loss.

Career Cluster

This cluster relates to the production, processing, marketing,

distribution, financing, and development of agricultural
products and resources including food, fiber, wood
products, natural resources, horticulture, and other plant

Agriculture, Food and

and animal products/resources.

Natural Resources

Outlook

Job Outlook

Alberta
British Columbia
Manitoba
New Brunswick
Newfoundland and Labrador
Nova Scotia
Northwest Territories
Nunavut
Ontario
Prince Edward Island

Not Available

Quebec
Saskatchewan
Yukon

Job Outlook based on NOC 2121 (Biologists and related scientists)

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Salary Ranges

Canada

$33,387 - $104,877

Alberta

$40,127 - $111,366

British Columbia

$35,995 - $104,877

Manitoba

$32,239 - $96,300

New Brunswick

$31,300 - $100,474

Newfoundland and Labrador

$31,300 - $100,474

Nova Scotia

$31,300 - $104,877

Northwest Territories

$79,210 - $122,405

Nunavut

Not Available

Ontario

$41,421 - $89,727

Prince Edward Island

Not Available

Quebec

$35,119 - $93,108

Saskatchewan

$41,546 - $131,628

Yukon

Not Available

Salary Ranges are based on hourly rates for NOC 2121 (Biologists and related scientists) and an estimated 2086 hours per year

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Employment Growth

2012

28,163

2013

28,726

2014

29,189

2015

29,590

2016

29,930

2017

30,171

2018

30,397

2019

30,624

2020

30,767

2021

30,936

2022

31,111

Employment Growth based on Stats Canada Occupation Group 212

Requirements

Education Level

Secondary School

On-the-job Training

College/Apprenticeship

University

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in biology or in a related discipline is required.

A master's or doctoral degree in biology or a related discipline is usually required.

Subject Areas

Science

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Career Spectrum

Interests

Your Interest Type is

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SLIGHT MATCH

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Investigative

Occupation Results

Artistic
67%

58%

100%

22%

Enterprising

Realistic
46%

42%

28%

72%

Social

Conventional
42%

40%

11%

33%

Knowledge

Your top subject area is

This occupation is a

CREATIVE ARTS

GOOD MATCH

Match Results

Your Results

Occupation Results

Creative Arts

Science
78%

67%

24%

46%

Computers

Physical Education
67%

67%

43%

42%

Languages

Social Science
61%

56%

29%

34%

English

Business
56%

50%

25%

31%

Mathematics

Technical & Trades

39%

28%

35%

38%

Motivations

Your top motivation factor is

This occupation is a

INDEPENDENCE

GOOD MATCH

Match Results

Your Results

Achievement

Occupation Results

Independence
72%

72%

72%

45%

Working Conditions

Relationships
56%

56%

64%

33%

Recognition

Support
53%

42%

67%

33%

Compatibility
Distribute information by writing reports and scientific papers or journal
articles, and by making presentations and giving talks for schools, clubs,
interest groups and park interpretive programs.

Somewhat

Make recommendations on management systems and planning for wildlife

populations and habitat, consulting with stakeholders and the public at large to
explore options.

Somewhat

Inventory or estimate plant and wildlife populations.

Definitely

Inform and respond to public regarding wildlife and conservation issues, such
as plant identification, hunting ordinances, and nuisance wildlife.

Somewhat

Organize and conduct experimental studies with live animals in controlled or

natural surroundings.

Somewhat

Study characteristics of animals, such as origin, interrelationships,

classification, life histories and diseases, development, genetics, and
distribution.

Definitely

Study animals in their natural habitats, assessing effects of environment and

industry on animals, interpreting findings and recommending alternative
operating conditions for industry.

Definitely

Check for, and ensure compliance with, environmental laws, and notify law
enforcement when violations are identified.

Just a bit

Collect and dissect animal specimens and examine specimens under

microscope.

Just a bit

Perform administrative duties such as fundraising, public relations, budgeting,

and supervision of zoo staff.

Just a bit

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Helpful Links
Alberta:
Alberta Society of Professional Biologists
www.aspb.ab.ca

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