Microbiologist
Utilise a wide range of analytical and scientific methods to monitor and study microorganisms.
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- What's it like to be a Microbiologist?
- How to become a Microbiologist
- Latest Microbiologist jobs
- Top skills and experience for Microbiologists
What's it like to be a Microbiologist?
Health is a key focus for Microbiologists. They perform laboratory tests and analysis of different microbial cultures and their behaviours. They also try to understand how these organisms affect our lives and how we can use them to improve health. Microbiologists conduct thorough research using specialist computer software and clinical trials to develop pharmaceutical products, vaccines, medicines and compounds. They often work in laboratory settings as well as offices.
Tasks and duties
- Supervising and conducting research on various microbiological activities.
- Collecting samples from various matter and subjects.
- Testing component samples and identifying any contamination.
- Growing microbe cultures for further study and analysis.
- Developing testing processes for raw materials and monitoring the quality of finished products.
- Ensuring the accuracy of recorded data.
- Writing research papers and reviews.
- Aiding community environmental health programs and physicians by providing laboratory services.
- Keeping up to date with recent scientific developments.
How to become a Microbiologist
Microbiologists are scientists who do investigative work on microorganisms. Therefore, an extensive formal education is necessary for you to excel in this career.
- Complete a bachelor degree in microbiology, biochemistry, cell biology or medical science. Since a Microbiologist needs to be well-versed in many areas of science, you should aim to take classes in other sciences, like biochemistry, chemistry and physics.
- Additional laboratory coursework is recommended since it’s important for Microbiologists to have laboratory experience before entering the workforce. Drug manufacturers offer such opportunities through internship programs.
- Consider completing a master degree. At this point, you can specialise in different disciplines of microbiology, like epidemiology, virology, and other microbiological fields. Try to participate in collaborative research projects to enrich your experience.
- While not required, obtaining certification as a microbiologist can demonstrate your skills, proficiency and experience.
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