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Microbiologist
Microbiologists study micro-organisms and use their knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, genetics and activity of micro-organisms, to improve the equality of human life
Microbilologists usually work with organisms such as bacteria, fungi and viruses. Depending on where they work, microbiologists may do tasks such as finding, identifying and researching micro-organisms to find out how they interact with the environment and the body to cause or cure diseases.
They may then work in laboratories to make vaccinations or antibiotics to prevent, control and treat the poisonous effects of an organism they have studied on people, animals and plants.
Although a career in microbiology is demanding, it is stimulating to work with other scientific and medical professionals in your area of interest, and to know that your work may greatly help other people.
Some microbiologists study the harmful organisms in foods to decide whether they are safe for people to eat, or work on treating water pollution. Others work in the chemical manufacturing industry, doing research on chemical products and processes.
They often study how to control unwanted micro-organism activity in chemical products, which is a cause of financial loss to companies. They may specialize in environmental or medical microbiology, genetics, immunology, mycology, virology, laboratory supervision, product and process control, research, teaching or administration.
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Career Snapshot Microbiologist |
In Demand
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Qualification Required |
Work Outdoors |
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Maths Required |
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Science Required |
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This is a general guide - it is important to check admission requirements with the various training institutions first because entry requirements may vary.
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