Want to Get a New Job Before 2007 Sets in? Part Two

The article discusses some of today's jobs that are on the cutting edge such as Computer Forensic Expert, Medical Illustrator and Veterinary Nurse.

Whether we like it or not, technology is a major factor which determines what is going to be the next great gig out there. Consider this: a decade ago, the world had no need for such job titles as C++ programmers, medical transcriptionist, search engine optimisers, and many more. Even a peek at job classifieds will give you a full lowdown on the most popular jobs available today. But they're all here now, a welcome addition to such time-honored professions of doctors, teachers, lawyers, etc. Aside from technology, demographic shifts, legislative changes, business trends, and consumer behaviour also affect the jobs that gets created and discarded in the job market. Now, we are living longer, retiring later, and pursuing higher education at a higher rate than generations before us. Job opportunities are changing faster than for it takes us to master them in college. But that doesn't mean we should despair. The state of Australian jobs today is healthy. We just need to keep updated to always remain indispensable in the the job market.

Here are some more of today's jobs that are on the cutting edge:

COMPUTER FORENSIC EXPERT What they do: Forensic computer analysts specialise in computer crime – or cybercrime – such as online fraud and tax evasion. Using their specialist computer knowledge, they track email traffic and transactions ,and collect evidence from computers, even if it has been deleted or corrupted already. Forensic computer experts help the legal system track down people attempting to cover their illegal actions, such as hackers and inside traders.

Working in an area conducting criminal investigations, forensic computer analysts will sometimes collaborate with other agencies such as the Australian Federal Police and the Australian Crime Commission.

They also analyse evidence, write up their findings in a report, and may have to attend court to give evidence as part of a criminal case.

What you need: Experience in computer forensics. Experience in giving evidence in court. A wide range of computer hardware and software experience, IT degree, as well as an associate or bachelor's degree in computer forensics, computer science, or another related field.

MEDICAL ILLUSTRATOR What they do: Create images that visually communicate bio-scientific and medical discoveries. They also act as consultants, advisers, administrators, and educators in biological science communications.

What you need: A bachelor's degree with a major in art and a minor in biological sciences or vice versa; a portfolio of artwork demonstrating competence. A majority of medical illustrators have master's degrees in medical illustration.

VETERINARY NURSE What they do: Focus on animal treatment and rehabilitation methods, Veterinary nurses are mainly employed by veterinarians in private practices. Some find work looking after animals in veterinary research or teaching institutions.

Some experienced veterinary nurses are now gaining employment in marketing and merchandising with veterinary pharmaceutical organisations.

A small number are also entering the field of veterinary practice management, or specialising in specific areas, e.g. surgical nursing, including hydrotherapy, swimming, exercise, and massage.

What you need: New Apprenticeships (traineeships and apprenticeships) provide one approach for achieving qualifications in the Animal Care and Management Training Package. All qualifications at AQF levels 1 to 4 that have been identified in this Training Package are potentially accessible as a New Apprenticeship. The capacity to establish a New Apprenticeship for any of the qualifications will depend on industry demand, resources available at the state or territory level, and any award requirements.

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