Microbiologist
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A Microbiologist focuses on the growth, development, and characteristics of microscopic organisms such as bacteria, algae, and fungi. They work in laboratories and offices, where scientific experiments are conducted and the results are analyzed.
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JOSIE LANE
Current position
Journalist, communist & editor for Hindustan Times, DNA & Nat Geo Traveler. She's covered stories from travel start-ups, communities, gentrification, gender issues, and human rights.
Career prospects & criteria
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Educational Qualifications
B.Sc. (Hons) Microbiology/Molecular Biology/Biological Sciences/ Life Sciences
M.Sc. Microbiology/ Life sciences
Ph.D
What you need to get started
Internships during graduation and post-graduation in pharmaceutical industries or hospitals can be very useful
Soft Skills
Attention to detail
Laboratory skills
Organizational skills
Analytical thinking
Work well in a team setting
Constantly willing to learn and innovate
Technical Skills
Knowledge about chemicals, toxins, and their safe disposal
IT skills
Handling lab equipment and heavy machinery
Chemistry
Microbiology
Molecular biology
Bacteriology
Virology
Parasitology
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