Natural sciences manager

Also known as

Laboratory manager, environmental issues manager, environmental manager, hazard substances manager, natural and physical science manager, natural resources manager, research and development manager

AUT programmes

• Bachelor of Science

Work environment

• Usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours
• Usually work at laboratories, universities and science research facilities
• Need to be accurate, lead others and identify and solve problems

Typical tasks

• Manage research projects for organisations
• Lead and support research teams
• Manage staff performance
• Hire and train science workers
• Plan and improve research methods
• Analyse data to make decisions
• Create and update research plans
• Write reports on research progress
• Work with other science groups
• Organise research tools and supplies

Salary information

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Outlook

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Further study options

• Master of Science