Endocrinologist Career Profile
- Career Name - Endocrinologist
- Category - Health
- Skills Required - Life skills 40% - Career skills 60%
- Basic School Subjects - Biology, Science, Chemistry
- Minimum Required Education - Doctorate Degree
- Species Worked With - Pets, Critters, Farm Animals, Wildlife
- Kind of Interaction with Animals - Direct
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1 April 2024
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What is an endocrinologist?
An endocrinologist treating animals is a veterinarian who specialises in diagnosing and treating disorders related to hormones and the endocrine system. The endocrine system is a network of glands in the body that produce and release hormones, which regulate various bodily functions such as metabolism, growth and development, tissue function, sexual function, reproduction, sleep, and mood.
Alternative Names
The career can also be known as:
- Domestic Animal Endocrinologist
- Zoo Endocrinologist
- Animal Hormone Specialist
Career Categories
The Endocrinologist career can be found in the following career categories:
- Health
What does an Endocrinologist do?
Groups of animals an Endocrinologist works with
What is the level of Interaction with the Animals?
- Directly - A person works directly with the animals with some form of physical contact at least once every few days
- Indirectly - The career doesn't require direct or physical contact at all.
With who does an Endocrinologist work?
Besides working with all of the animals, Endocrinologists will need to interact with other people while doing their daily tasks. The people might include fellow staff members or the public.
Fellow staff might include:
- Supervisors/Managers
- Operational staff, such as Human Resources, Finance and Maintenance
- Research Scientists
- Lab Technicians
What does an Endocrinologist focus on?
The primary focus of an endocrinologist is to study animal hormones as a doctor, and find ways to help these animals live normal lives, and be able to reproduce effectively to save Endangered species.
What are the daily tasks of an Endocrinologist?
- Research reproductive hormones in animals
- Establish pregnancy due dates for expecting animalsÂ
- Document an animal’s seasonal reproductive cycle
- Monitor hormones
- Conduct research to see if and why an animal might be infertile
- Study how the Environment impact animal hormones
- Administration and filing
The working environment of an Endocrinologist
Where does an Endocrinologist work?
Environment –
An animal endocrinologist work mostly indoors, within a laboratory. They may do field work to collect urine and feces samples, and study animals.
Places of Employment –
They may be hired by research institutions, large animal hospitals, zoos and aquariums, as well as governments.
What is the average annual salary of an Endocrinologist?
On average the income per year is around $185,000. This is one of the highest paid animal careers available. The average salary may differ from country to country.
Can an Endocrinologist be promoted?
Advancement in the field typically depends on work experience. First-year scientists often fit their training commitments around daily work demands.
The levels of each promotion might differ from organization to organization, but generally are the following:
Intern -> Junior Endocrinologist -> Senior Endocrinologist -> Manager
What difficulties can an Endocrinologist face?
Definitely to get through all the years of study. Specializing can mean a full 14 years of study. In addition, work can be intense, and require long hours with very short deadlines.
​Future growth and Possibilities
Entry into this career is very competitive and demanding, but the current yearly growth of this career is around 6%.
Which Skills are required by an Endocrinologist?
The skills required for a career as an endocrinologist can be divided into two very important groups. The first is the group containing life skills, which are the core skills that are necessary or desirable for full participation in everyday life. The second group is career skills, or the specific skills required to allow a person to enter and operate effectively within a specific career. Some or maybe even all of the life skills can assist in strengthening the career skills, and they might even be the same for specific careers.
Life Skills
- Self-awareness
- Empathy
- Critical thinking
- Creative thinking
- Decision making
- Problem Solving
- Effective communication
- Interpersonal relationship
Career Skills
- ​Good business knowledge
- Good research skills
- Basic customer service skills
- Good health and physical fitness
- Excellent computer literacy
Which Subjects must I have at School to prepare for this career?
This subject is compulsory for University admission, just like the other two.
This subject is compulsory for University admission, just like the other two.
This subject is compulsory for University admission, just like the other two.
The subjects you choose at school are important as they lay the foundation for further studies at college or university. While still at school, it’s also important to learn more about the animals you will work with, as well as gain some experience.
OZT has a list of various tertiary institutions where you can study further, after school. Each of these institutions also have their own Group page on OZT where you will find the exact subjects they require of you to have passed in school. Keep these requirements in mind, and discuss it with your school, guidance counselor and parents to ensure that you are prepared!
What will I need to Study to become an Endocrinologist?
Minimum Requirements
To become an endocrinologist can take over 10 years of intense study, starting off with a Bachelor’s Degree, then a Doctorate in Veterinary Science and masters towards endocrinology.
Study Focus
Major –
Studies towards biology, endocrinology, zoology and chemistry.
Short Courses-
Most short courses are available in animal husbandry, physiology, animal first aid and basic fertility.
Study Duration
The duration of a Bachelor’s Degrees can 3 years, with an additional 4 years for PhD, and 4 to 5 years for residence and masters in Endocrinology. Short Courses are usually between a few weeks and a year.
FREE Career Paths Plans
If this is your dream career that you want to pursue, then it’s important to plan the way forward.
Why is planning important?
​To ensure that you understand the requirements for your career, and that you are always prepared for the next step on the road towards your dream. A preparation path is like a road map to where you want to be.
Possible Paths:
Here’s a possible career preparation path for a high school student interested in becoming an animal endocrinologist:
1, Attend Career guidance Sessions:
Attend sessions offered by the school or local community to learn about various careers, including endocrinology.
2. Research Possible Careers:
Conduct research on careers in animal endocrinology, including job responsibilities, educational requirements, and job outlook.
3. Explore Educational Paths:
Explore different educational paths to become an endocrinologist, such as attending medical school or pursuing a doctoral degree in veterinary medicine with a focus on endocrinology.
4. Align High School Subjects:
Take high school courses in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics to build a strong foundation for future studies in endocrinology.
5. Obtain a High School Diploma or Equivalent:
Successfully complete high school and obtain a diploma or equivalent qualification.
6. Learn About Animals:
Gain knowledge about the animals commonly treated by endocrinologists, such as domestic pets, livestock, and wildlife.
7. Align Post-School Path:
Decide whether to enter the workforce directly after high school, pursue further education at a college or university, or start a business related to animal endocrinology.
8. Gain Experience:
Seek opportunities to gain experience through volunteering at animal clinics, internships with veterinary practices, or mentorship programmes with experienced endocrinologists.
9. Pursue Extracurricular Activities:
Participate in extracurricular activities related to science, medicine, or animal care, such as science clubs, volunteer work at animal shelters, or research projects.
10. Join Professional Associations:
Join professional associations related to endocrinology or veterinary medicine to network with professionals in the field and stay updated on industry developments.
11. Gain Specialised Skills:
Develop specialised skills in laboratory techniques, diagnostic procedures, and treatment methods related to animal endocrinology through additional training or coursework.
12. Network with Professionals:
Build a network of contacts within the field by attending conferences, seminars, and workshops, and connecting with practicing endocrinologists and veterinarians.
13. Enter the Job Market or Continue Education:
Decide whether to enter the job market immediately after completing education or pursue further studies through graduate programmes or specialised training in endocrinology.
14. Stay Updated and Pursue Continuing Education:
Stay updated on advancements in animal endocrinology through continuing education courses, professional development opportunities, and research publications.
Possible Combined Career Paths
It is possible to sometimes combine two or more related careers. This normally happens when you study and practice a specific main career, but the knowledge and experience gained also help you to have a paying hobby or secondary income career.
Possible Alternatives (there are a lot more):
Average level of education of all the people who enter the career
Licenses, Certificate, Registration and Professional Associations
Certain animal careers require some form of legal certification to prove that you can indeed do the work, and work with the necessary equipment.
Certifications may help workers establish their credentials and enhance their skills.
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Professional Associations
Where can I study further?
All of the above information will help you understand more about the Career, including the fact that there are different paths to take to reach it. But if you are almost done with High School (Grades 11 or 12), you also need to start thinking about further studies, and WHERE you will study.
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How do I start to prepare for this Career?
If you do decide on following this career, then OZT can assist you in figuring out a path to prepare, as well as help you to gain further knowledge about the career and the animals you will be working with. We do this by offering you FREE career development tools. There are almost a dozen free tools, but these are the three primary ones:
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