Studies the anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and ecology of plants.
Tasks Include:
investigates the effects of environmental factors such as rainfall, temperature, sunlight, soil, topography and disease on plant growth
grows plants under controlled conditions to determine optimum environmental factors, assess the significance of environmental and genetic variables, and examine patterns of plant evolution
studies the nature and occurrence of plant chromosomes, cells and tissues
makes field and laboratory studies of plant groups to compile and revise natural classifications
prepares or supervises the preparation of laboratory reports and scientific papers
may prepare handbooks for identification of plants
may supervise and coordinate the work of technical officers and technicians
may search for, identify and classify new species of plants
may work with other scientists to develop drugs, medicines and other products from plants