A Zoologist, or Research Zoologist, is responsible for studying a wide variety of animal species and how they interact with themselves and their environments. Their duties include planning animal care needs like feeding schedules or habitat conditions, overseeing a team of professionals in administering daily care to animals and conducting research projects to learn more about a particular species.
Một Zoologist 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 Zoologist phải có khả năng thực hiện:
- Studying animal behaviors, habits and characteristics
- Designing and completing research projects to study animals
- Publishing research reports that disclose and explain findings
- Promoting the conservation of wildlife
- Developing captive breeding programs
- Examining the relationship and interactions between animals and their environment
Một Zoologist cạnh tranh sẽ có một số kỹ năng và trình độ nhất định, bao gồm:
- Proficiency with statistics and mathematics for advanced data analysis
- A portfolio of published research papers with excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail with advanced observation skills
- Excellent social skills
- An aptitude for continued learning