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 * Marine Biologist **


 * Task and duties **
 * =====observe marine animals and plants in their natural environment=====
 * =====study the impact of pollution on marine life=====
 * =====classify, identify and preserve different types of marine life=====
 * =====estimate life expectancy and population growth=====
 * =====plan and run field studies and experiments=====
 * =====use computer modelling techniques to predict future events in the marine environment=====
 * =====report the results of their studies in papers for science journals and in commercial reports.=====

Q1. What and where will i have to study to become a marine biologist? Q2. How much does it pay? Q3. What physical and personal qualities do i need to become a marine biologist?
 * Three questions **

Marine biologists with little experience usually earn $60,000-$85,000 per year. Those with several years experience usually earn $85,000-$100,000 per year. After about 15 years of experience, marine biologists can progress into senior research scientist, team leader or management roles.
 * Pay and progression **

I would usually work regular office hours, but I may also work longer hours when doing fieldwork. I would work in offices and laboratories, and also work on boats, at sea, or in isolated coastal areas in all weather conditions. Sometiomes I would travel to field study sites, and may travel around the country or overseas to attend conferences or training.
 * Working conditions and hours **

An NCEA Level 3 and a tertiary entrance qualification is required to enter further training. NCEA Level 3 is preferred. Useful school subjects for me include biology, chemistry, physics, english, maths, agriculture and horticulture.
 * Secondary and tertiary education **


 * Skills and knowledge **
 * knowledge of marine science, biology, and chemistry
 * research skills
 * maths and computer skills
 * writing skills, for writing reports and for publications.

To be a marine biologist i may need to have a decent level of fitness for doing fieldwork such as diving. I would also need a good hand-eye coordination. Useful experience for marine biologists includes: I think I would really enjoy this job because I would be working with animals, plants and I have found there is quite a physical side to this job, which I enjoy. I have always wanted to be a marine biologist or a veterinarian so I would say I am fairly interested in this job. I think this job matches my qualities well as I have good grades in science, agriculture and horticulture. I think I would need to concentrate on improving my writing skills for writing reports and for publications. [] []
 * Personal and physical qualities **
 * enquiring and observant
 * good at planning and organising
 * persistent
 * patient
 * good at problem-solving
 * motivated
 * good at communciating.
 * Useful experience **
 * volunteer work in ecology and conservation
 * diving experience
 * work with plants and animals
 * Related jobs **
 * Science Technician
 * Geologist
 * Zoologist
 * Conclusion **
 * Sources **