Zoologist Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Zoologist includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Organizing and conducting research projects.
  • Collecting and analyzing zoological data.
  • Writing scholarly articles and contributing to scientific journals.
  • Advancing animal conservation efforts.
  • Lecturing and researching at universities.
  • Studying animals as individuals and in groups.
  • Conducting animal research at the molecular level.
  • Studying the interaction between animals and their ecosystems.
  • Researching human influences on animal life.
  • Observing animals in their natural habitat and controlled environments.
  • Studying the development and spread of animal disease.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Zoologist duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Zoologist roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.