OSCA 2024 · 244635 · Skill level 1
Microbiologist: OSCA 244635
ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026
Microbiologist is OSCA 2024 code 244635. It corresponds to ANZSCO 234517 Microbiologist, which is on the MLTSSL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.
ANZSCO equivalent
ANZSCO code for OSCA 244635
Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.
ANZSCO 234517
Microbiologist
On the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List.
Visas for ANZSCO 234517
The job
What a microbiologist does
Studies the growth and characteristics of microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, algae, fungi and protozoa, and the effect they might have on plants, animals and the environment.
Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience
Main tasks
Main tasks
- Studies microorganisms in a range of environments to learn about their behaviour
- Studies, identifies and monitors physiological and morphological characteristics of microorganisms
- Develops and improves methods to prevent the spread of disease
- Studies, analyses and grows microbe cultures for use in the food and drink or agriculture industries
- Tests and analyses food, drink and related manufacturing processes to identify contamination
- Establishes process and safety standards for the processing of food to prevent spoilage and illness
Unit group 2446
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Questions
OSCA 244635: common questions
What is the OSCA code for microbiologist?
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 244635?
Is Microbiologist on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.
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