Entomologist
An Entomologist studies insects and related arthropods, applying this knowledge to pest management, forensic investigation, agricultural protection, and biodiversity conservation in Australia.
Full-time AUD, 2025 indicative. Wide bands reflect variation by employer, experience, and location.
Moderate demand in agriculture, forestry, and biosecurity agencies.
Occupation list membership
Which Department of Home Affairs skilled lists this occupation currently appears on.
- CSOLCombined Skilled Occupation List
The merged skilled list that consolidates previous MLTSSL and STSOL eligibility under the Skills in Demand program.
Assessing authority
The body that assesses skills for migration purposes for this occupation.
- VETVETASSESSVisit official site →
Visa pathways
Australian visa subclasses for which this occupation is currently eligible.
- 186Learn more →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 482Learn more →Skills in Demand visa
Employer-sponsored temporary visa (formerly TSS) for occupations on the relevant list.
- 494Learn more →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.
Key duties
- Identify and classify insect species using morphological and molecular methods
- Conduct pest surveys and develop integrated pest management strategies
- Research insect biology, ecology, and interactions with plants and animals
- Advise on biosecurity responses to exotic pest incursions
Skills required
- Insect identification and taxonomy
- Integrated pest management and biocontrol
- Laboratory techniques for insect biology research
- Biosecurity and quarantine pest assessment
Typical qualifications pathway
Bachelor's degree in entomology or biology. VETASSESS assesses qualifications.
Visa & occupation list information
Listed on CSOL, enabling subclasses 186, 482, and 494 For advice on which pathway suits your circumstances, consult a registered MARA migration agent.
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