Zoologist
18AI EXPOSURE TODAY18
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST63%
NOT A FORECAST63%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB
STARTING PAY£22,000 - £27,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Zoologist
Zoologists study animals - how they live, behave, and fit into their ecosystems. They use what they learn to help protect endangered species and habitats around the world.
THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.
AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.
AI helps here, but has not taken over
AI exposure for this job is below 50 on our index, and the day-to-day work still leans on a person to decide, check and take responsibility. Nothing formally protects this job though, so the safest move is to keep building the judgement AI cannot yet copy.
The role
As a zoologist, you spend your time watching, studying and understanding animals. You might work in the field - forests, deserts, oceans - watching animals in their natural homes. Or you might work in a lab, studying samples and data to understand how animals live and interact with each other.
Your day could involve early morning fieldwork tracking animals, collecting data about what they eat and how they behave, then spending the afternoon in a lab analyzing your findings. You'll use cameras, sound recorders and sometimes blood or tissue samples to learn about animal health and how populations are doing. The work matters because it helps governments and conservation groups make decisions that protect wildlife from extinction.
Daily responsibilities
- Conduct field research to observe and document animal behavior in their natural habitats.
- Collect biological samples for analysis, including blood, tissue, and environmental samples.
- Analyze data using statistical software to identify trends and inform conservation strategies.
- Collaborate with conservation organizations and government agencies to develop wildlife management plans.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings to stakeholders and the public.
- Engage in public education and outreach to raise awareness about wildlife conservation issues.
- Stay updated on the latest research and advancements in zoology and related fields.
Does a degree help here?
A UK degree in Biological Sciences or a related field equips candidates with a robust understanding of local ecosystems and wildlife, backed by cutting-edge research and practical experience. UK universities are renowned for their strong emphasis on conservation and environmental studies, providing graduates with a competitive edge in the job market.