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Medical Laboratory Scientist

Kaipūtaiao Taiwhanga Rongoā

Medical laboratory scientists carry out laboratory tests on blood, tissues and other samples taken from patients.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 4 years

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Medical laboratory scientists usually earn
$52K-$73K per year

Senior medical laboratory scientists can earn
$77K-$106K per year

Medical Laboratory Technician

Kaihangarau Taiwhanga Rongoā

Medical laboratory technicians take medical samples and run tests under the supervision of scientists and pathologists.

Job opportunities: Average

Training usually required: 2 years

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Qualified medical laboratory technicians usually earn
$49K-$67K per year

Medical Physicist

Kaiahupūngao Whakaora

Medical physicists help plan radiation treatment for patients, check and monitor radiation equipment, and develop new treatment techniques.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 8 years

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Medical physicists usually earn
$65K-$118K per year

Experienced medical physicists usually earn
$122K-$161K per year

Science Technician

Kaihangarau Pūtaiao

Science technicians help scientists carry out research, testing and experiments in areas such as chemistry, earth sciences, life sciences and physical sciences.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 2-5 years

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Science technicians usually earn an average of
$52K per year

Forensic Scientist

Kaipūtaiao Taihara

Forensic scientists apply scientific knowledge and skills to investigate crimes and help the police find or eliminate crime suspects. They may research developing or improving forensic techniques.

Job opportunities: Poor

Training usually required: 4-5 years

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Forensic senior scientists can earn
$103K-$124K per year

Forensic senior science leaders can earn
$118K-$139K per year

Forestry Scientist

Kaipūtaiao Ngahere

Forestry scientists research forest growth, wood processing, conservation and different types of trees, and how these can be used.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 3-4 years

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Forestry scientists usually earn
$55K-$98K per year

Senior forestry scientists usually earn
$110K-$150K per year

Environmental Scientist

Kaipūtaiao Ao Tūroa

Environmental scientists study human effects on the environment such as climate change, pollution and loss of biodiversity. They also advise on how to avoid or reduce these harmful effects.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 3-9 years

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Environmental scientists usually earn
$76K-$129K per year

Environmental scientists can earn
$55K-$163K per year

Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist

Kaipūtaiao Ahuwhenua

Agricultural/horticultural scientists study farm animals, soils, pastures and crops to improve growth, health and quality, and to prevent pests and disease.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 5-9 years

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Graduate agricultural/horticultural scientists usually earn
$65K-$75K per year

Senior agricultural/horticultural scientists usually earn
$80K-$150K per year

Medical Imaging Technologist

Kairahurahu Whakaahua Whakaora

Medical imaging technologists use x-ray and other imaging equipment to take images of injuries and diseases.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 3-5 years

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Medical imaging technologists with one to six years’ experience usually earn
$63K-$84K per year

Medical imaging technologists with more than six years’ experience usually earn
$87K-$118K per year

Marine Biologist

Kaimātai Koiora Moana

Marine biologists study animals and plants that live in the sea and freshwater, and how they interact with their surroundings.

Job opportunities: Average

Training usually required: 5-9 years

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Marine Biologists at Crown research agencies can earn
$71K- $177K per year

Marine biologists at universities can earn
$58K- $198K per year

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