Microbiologist
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A microbiologist (from
Duties
Microbiologists generally work in some way to increase scientific knowledge or to utilise that knowledge in a way that improves outcomes in medicine or some industry. For many microbiologists, this work includes planning and conducting experimental research projects in some kind of
For microbiologists working in academia, duties include performing research in an academic laboratory, writing
Education
Entry-level microbiology jobs generally require at least a bachelor's degree in microbiology or a related field.[3] These degree programs frequently include courses in chemistry, physics, statistics, biochemistry, and genetics, followed by more specialized courses in sub-fields of interest. Many of these courses have laboratory components to teach trainees basic and specialized laboratory skills.[3]
Higher-level and independent jobs like a clinical/Medical Microbiologist in a hospital or medical research centre generally require a Masters in Microbiology along with
In certain sub-fields of microbiology, licenses or certifications are available or required in order to qualify for certain positions. This is true for clinical microbiologists, as well as those involved in food safety and some aspects of pharmaceutical/medical device development.[3]
Job outlook
Microbiologists are expected to be needed to help pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies develop new drugs that are produced with the aid of microorganisms. In addition, demand for biofuels production is expected to increase the need for microbiologists to conduct advanced research and development in these areas.[4]
In the United States, the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that employment of microbiologists will grow 5 percent from 2022 (20,900 employed) to 2032 (22,000 employed). This represents slower growth than the average occupation, as well as slower growth than life scientists as a whole (7 percent projected).[4]
See also
References
- ^ a b c "What Microbiologists Do". Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labaor. Retrieved 11 October 2017.
- ^ a b c d "Careers in Microbiology" (PDF). American Society for Microbiology. Retrieved 11 October 2017.
- ^ a b c d "How to Become a Microbiologist". Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labaor. Retrieved 11 October 2017.
- ^ a b "Microbiologists : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics". www.bls.gov. Retrieved 2023-11-18.
External links
- Media related to Microbiologists at Wikimedia Commons