A herpetologist is a zoology professional specializing in the care and study of amphibians and reptile species, including snakes, frogs, lizards, alligators, and turtles. Their duties include conducting research in the wild or controlled science lab settings, conducting educational lectures and working with various species in zoological settings.
Một Herpetologist phải có khả năng hoàn thành nhiều nhiệm vụ và trách nhiệm khác nhau. Sau đây là một số nhiệm vụ và trách nhiệm mà một Herpetologist phải có khả năng thực hiện:
- Maintaining reptile enclosures
- Assisting with venom extractions when researching snakes
- Feeding plants and animals in exhibits
- Creating plans for reptile husbandry
- Maintaining research databases
- Recording behavior, feeding data and husbandry data
Một Herpetologist cạnh tranh sẽ có một số kỹ năng và trình độ nhất định, bao gồm:
- Strong research skills
- A bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or Ph.D to meet the educational requirements of your job opening
- Candidate is comfortable working with the public if the position includes educating others and hosting reptile and amphibian exhibits
- Ability to work independently if position entails field work or research
- Good critical thinking skills
- Candidate is comfortable working in various settings, such as research labs, outdoors, zoos and museums
