Nematologist

OFO No: 213109

Other names for Nematologist:

Animal Physiologist
Animal Scientist
Apicultural Scientist
Entomologist
Mammologist
Ornithologist
Osteologist
Parasitologist
Zoologist

What is a Nematologist?

Nematologists study nematodes!

What is a nematode?

A nematode is a roundworm.

They are the most abundant multi-cellular animals on the face of the earth.

They occur everywhere:

• In soil (land and sea)
• In decaying matter
• In plants
• In humans
• In animals
• In insects etc

A Nematologist will study the following:

• Behaviour
• Habitat
• Ecology
• Anatomy
• Reproduction
• Nutrition
• Ecology
• Diseases
• Classification

What does a Nematologist do?

• collects samples
• they study nemotodes with regard to the different fields mentioned above
• investigates and develops pest management
• collects and researches
• analyses data and compares with other scientists
• attends conferences

Are you . . . ?

• inquisitive?
• interested in science?
• methodical?
• patient?
• willing to do long hours of research?
• willing to find samples in remote places?
• organised?

How do I become a Nematologist?

Most Nematologists  start their career doing a Bachelor of Science (BSc) at one of our local universities. Some even do a BSc Agriculture.

Once you have your BSc it is recommended you do an Honours and PhD degrees in, for instance:

• Nematology
• Plant Pathology
• Entomology
• Microbiology etc

STEPS

Degree

Relevant Honours degree in Nematology

Workplace experience

Registration with the SACNASP: South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions as a Professional Natural Scientist: (Pr.Sci.Nat)

TRAINING:

• CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
• Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
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OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Mycologist … or … Bryologist

Is becoming a Nematologist the right career choice for me?