National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2016 Version 1.3

• 2 - Natural and applied sciences and related occupations
• 21 - Professional occupations in natural and applied sciences

212 - Life science professionals

This minor group includes biologists and related scientists, forestry professionals, agricultural representatives, consultants and specialists. They are employed by governments; consulting, agricultural, resource, utilities, chemical, pharmaceutical and biotechnical companies; agricultural, health and educational institutions; and forestry and other industries; or they may be self-employed.