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First occupation
ChangeANZSCO 234513 · Science
Biochemist
Medium demand
- Assessing authority
- VETASSESS
- Min. AQF
- AQF 7
- Salary
- $90,000 – $160,000
- Shortest study
- Bachelor · 3 yr
- Qualification
- Relevant bachelor's degree — Science
- English
- Standard
Lists
MLTSSLCSOL
Visa subclasses
186189190482485491494
Research lab and field roles supporting agriculture critical minerals and the climate transition. Eligible for the 189 points-tested independent visa.
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