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Mycologist
Studying molds might not sound exciting or interesting, but they are have their place in human health. Molds grow in nearly every part of the body and exacerbate problems like allergies and asthma. Read on about a Career as a Mycologist.
A career in Mycology involves the mechanism of life processes of edible, poisonous, and parasitic fungi to discover those that are useful to medicine, agriculture, and industry.
A Mycologist studies structure, affinities, classification, genetics, physiology, and growth of fungi. They apply findings to agriculture, medicine, and industry for development of drugs, medicines, moulds, and yeasts.
Mycologists may specialize in research and development in such fields as antibiotics or fabric deterioration. They may develop improved methods of propagating and growing edible fungi, as mushrooms and be designated Mushroom-Spawn Maker (profess. & kin.).
In order to start a career in mycology you will need to do well in subjects such as biology, chemistry, physics, computer science and math. You could also study a mold's growth under a microscope for science projects.
Spend time assisting a mycologist in a laboratory. This way you will expand your knowledge of the subjects required and also find out if this is something you really would like to do.
Become a lab assistant to a mycologist with a 2-year degree from a community college or technical school. You'll expand your studies in biology, life sciences, physics, math and computers.
With a Bachelor degree in microbiology or biology you could take your interests into the research arena becoming a research assistant, quality assurance technologist in the food or environmental industry or study molds that harm pets or people in a medical setting.
With a Master's degree in mycology you could take your career to Management status by becoming a laboratory manager, research associate or instructor at a community college.
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Career Snapshot Mycologist |
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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