Skills in Demand visa subclass 482
A temporary employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an approved DAMA employer and applicable labour agreement arrangements.
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DAMA OCCUPATION OVERVIEW
Mathematician
ANZSCO 224112
Mathematician (ANZSCO 224112) is available under selected DAMA arrangements. Participating regions, occupation conditions, concessions and employer-sponsored visa pathways may vary between DAMAs. Review the current regions and requirements below.
Occupation guide
Occupation details and duties
Mathematician develops and applies mathematical principles and techniques to solve problems in all areas of the sciences, engineering, technology, social sciences, business, industry and commerce.
Typical tasks and duties
Mathematician may perform the following tasks:
- apply geometry and calculus to design objects in fields such as architecture, computer graphics and robotics
- analyse statistics to find predictive models for traffic flow, insurance risks, consumer research, market analysis and clinical trials
- develop predictive models for financial markets and products for financial risk management
- simulate processes in chemical, mining or agricultural industries by translating them into mathematical models
- develop computer modelling for industrial design
- develop and improve mathematical models to describe natural phenomena such as soil erosion, the weather and climate, ocean currents or biological behaviour
- develop computer programmes for use in mathematical modelling and problem-solving
- design computer programmes to make and break complex security codes, or investigate and develop schemes for information security
- carry out network analysis for the study of road systems, airline routes, transport and communication systems
- use linear programming for urban, regional and transport planning
- engage in image and signal processing for astronomy, cartography and medical and radar imaging
- analyse problems for the service, engineering or manufacturing sectors
- develop communications technology and information theory
- develop new mathematical structures, ranging across the areas of pure and applied mathematics, statistics, computing, operations research, commerce and industry
Employer-sponsored pathways
Possible DAMA pathways
Availability depends on the relevant DAMA agreement, occupation conditions, concessions, employer endorsement, nomination requirements and the applicant’s circumstances.
Employer Nomination Scheme subclass 186
A permanent employer-sponsored pathway that may be available where the relevant DAMA agreement and nomination requirements permit it.
Learn moreSkilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa subclass 494
A provisional regional employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an endorsed employer in a participating DAMA region.
Learn moreDAMA availability
Occupation available in 1 DAMA region
Mathematician is recorded as available in the DAMA regions listed below. Open a region card to review the relevant regional DAMA information.
Important notes
- Inclusion on a DAMA occupation list does not guarantee employer sponsorship, endorsement, nomination or visa eligibility.
- Occupation conditions, concessions and visa pathways vary between DAMAs and may change over time.
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Reviewed by Principal Migration Consultant
Reviewed by Mohammad Reza Azimi
This occupation page has been reviewed for migration context by Shada Migration Services. Mohammad has assisted clients with Australian migration matters since 2009 and holds a Graduate Certificate in Migration Law from the Australian National University.
Last reviewed: July 2026
