Ecologist (Ecoloog)

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An ecologist is a scientist who studies ecology. Ecology is a part of biology, which consists of various subfields. As an ecologist, you will study the dynamics of the interaction between organisms, populations and communities of life. Life communities refers to organisms that live in a certain area and are capable of interacting with each other. This is also called community ecology. In short, we can best describe the work of an ecologist as a researcher who specializes in flora and fauna as well as the relationship between plants, animals and the environment. Depending on the type of research, the data can be used to gain a better understanding of the existing ecosystem. The work of an ecologist has different areas of application such as within arable farming, agriculture, horticulture, fisheries, environmental management and nature management such as nature reserves. In addition, ecologists can be responsible for devising and developing ecological connection zones, so that animals and organisms can move within different areas. Ecological research usually also involves people, because in many cases people are the cause of ecological changes taking place within an area. Think, for example, of building a new residential area, building waterworks and building new roads. These types of adaptations usually directly affect the ecosystem. The work of ecologists can be regarded as important work, because ecologists ensure that ecosystems can function properly by conducting research. Ecologists generally work for governments, such as provinces or water boards. In addition, an ecologist may work for a specialized consultancy or research agency.

What exactly an ecologist studies can differ per ecologist and per examination. For example, one ecologist can conduct research into the relationship between populations and the environment and another ecologist can conduct research into the interrelationship between plants and animals. Ecology is a broad field that relates to various research areas, which of course have to do with the interaction between organisms, populations and communities of life. Ecology is a popular field of study within biology, because as an ecologist you can work for various types of companies, institutions and governments. Another name for an ecologist is sometimes a flora and fauna expert. Flora and fauna refers to plants and animals that occur in a certain region or period. The word flora refers to the plant kingdom and fauna refers to the animal kingdom. Ecology has various application areas such as arable farming, livestock farming, forestry, horticulture, fish farming and nature management.

WHAT DOES AN ECOLOGIST EXAMINE

For example, an ecologist can investigate how certain animals or plants can be prevented from becoming extinct or disappearing from the Netherlands. A good example of this are ecological connection zones. It is the ecologist who can demonstrate by means of research where special ecological connection zones should be created, so that plants and animals can move around. Well-known examples of this are the so-called ecoducts and tunnels on and under highways. Highways and other roads are a big problem for animals, because the highways limit their habitat. For animals, reproduction can be a problem if their habitat is no longer accessible in its entirety. By using ecoducts or tunnels, this problem is prevented. Within the Netherlands, many nature reserves are interconnected in this way so that animals can move freely.

ECOSYSTEMS

Within ecology, humans play a major role because in many cases they influence ecosystems. This part of ecology is nowadays also called environmental science. Biodiversity can quickly be endangered by humanity. Think, for example, of new housing estates, as a result of which animals and plants disappear from a certain region. It is the ecologist who can demonstrate by means of research what the consequences are for biodiversity and what measures must be taken to maintain biodiversity. An ecologist also generally deals directly or indirectly with stakeholders, such as contractors, urban planners, project developers and policy advisors.

WHAT DOES AN ECOLOGIST DO:

TRAINING TO BECOME AN ECOLOGIST

Anyone who aspires to a career as an ecologist at a scientific level can best follow the university study Biology. There are also training opportunities at hbo level, such as the hbo-study environmental sciences. In addition, there are also plenty of external training institutes where you can follow a course. Accounting is also important as an entrepreneur.

COMPANIES WHERE AN ECOLOGIST CAN WORK

As an ecologist, you can work for various types of companies, institutions and governments. Think, for example, of municipalities, water boards and provinces. In addition, you can work for a research agency or consultancy firm. It is possible that an ecologist works as a consultant.

COMPETENCES ECOLOGIST

As an ecologist, you are a scientific researcher, and you will therefore need to have research skills. In addition, communication can be regarded as an important competence because in most cases you will work together with different parties. Generally important words are biology, insight, independence, independence, fieldwork, situational awareness, systems ecology, geology, public administration, laws and regulations, persuasiveness, knowledge, planning, organizing, analytical and analyzing.

LABOUR MARKET PERSPECTIVE AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AS AN ECOLOGIST

The labour market perspective of an ecologist can be called good with the right training within the Netherlands. There are many companies, institutions and governments that use ecologists in different ways. The career opportunities as an ecologist should be seen in obtaining more responsibilities, such as a managerial position. In addition, as a scientist you can sooner or later also do a PhD.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT AND SALARY ECOLOGIST

There are no specific examples of the employment conditions because you can work for different types of companies, institutions and governments with different collective agreements. An ecologist with a university degree will generally earn a salary between 3000 and 3800 euros gross per month, depending on age, education and further responsibilities.

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