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Forensic Scientist

Kaipūtaiao Taihara

Forensic scientists apply scientific knowledge and skills to investigate crimes and help the police find or eliminate crime suspects. They may research developing or improving forensic techniques.

Job opportunities: Poor

Training usually required: 4-5 years

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Forensic scientists usually earn
$86K-$126K per year

Forensic scientists can earn
$67K-$148K per year

Science Technician

Kaihangarau Pūtaiao

Science technicians help scientists carry out research, testing and experiments in areas such as chemistry, earth sciences, life sciences and physical sciences.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 2-5 years

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Science technicians usually earn an average of
$52K per year

Pathologist

Kaimātai Mate Tangata

Pathologists are doctors who diagnose and study human diseases and conditions. They diagnose health problems by testing tissue and fluid samples taken from patients.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 13-15 years

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Trainee pathologists can earn
$64K-$205K per year

Qualified pathologists can earn
$170K-$251K per year

Psychologist

Kaimātai Hinengaro

Psychologists diagnose, treat, and work to prevent a range of psychological problems that affect people's behaviour, thoughts and emotions.

Job opportunities: Good

Training usually required: 6-7 years

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Trainee psychologists usually earn
$55K-$70K per year

Psychologists and senior psychologists can earn
$68K-$150K per year

Security Analyst

Kaitātari Whakamarumaru

Security analysts create and monitor security processes and frameworks to protect an organisations information systems and computer networks from being illegally accessed.