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Botanist
Botanists study plants: their classification, physiology, genetics, and distribution. Work ranges from herbarium and taxonomic study to plant breeding, crop improvement, and vegetation survey. Accurate identification is central, and in survey roles it is a skill built over years rather than taught in a single course.
Also known as: Plant scientist · Plant taxonomist · Field botanist
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What the work involves
Identify and record plant species in the field or from herbarium specimens
Run growth trials or controlled experiments in glasshouses or growth chambers
Analyse plant tissue, genetic material, or vegetation survey data
Maintain collections, seed banks, or living plant material to defined standards
Map vegetation communities and assess habitat condition or change
Write survey reports, identification keys, or research papers
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How people commonly enter
A degree in botany, plant science, biology, or agricultural science
Postgraduate study for taxonomic, genetic, or research-leading roles
Horticultural or countryside management diplomas leading into survey and collections work
Volunteer recording and herbarium assistance used to build identification skills
Typical training: Bachelor's degree
Licensing: Not typically licensed
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Typical work context
- Outdoors
- Lab or workshop
- Quiet focus
- Works independently
- Varied work
Outdoors · Lab or workshop · Quiet focus · Works independently · Varied work
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- Investigative (analytical)
- Realistic (hands-on)
Investigative (analytical) · Realistic (hands-on)
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