Microbiologist
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.
Starting Salaries
Avg.
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311000
Min.
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122000
Max.
₹
1000000
What you need to get started
Internships during graduation and post-graduation in pharmaceutical industries or hospitals can be very useful
International Opportunities
The United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Australia, Japan and India
Educational Qualifications
B.Sc. (Hons) Microbiology/Molecular Biology/Biological Sciences/ Life Sciences
M.Sc. Microbiology/ Life sciences
Ph.D
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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Pros
Good opportunities for job growth and security
Steady, consistent work hours
Can specialise in many areas - bacteriology, immunology, virology, etc.
Contribute to improving healthcare, with minimal-to-no patient interaction
Cons
Long study duration
Experimental work can be difficult, would have to deal with harmful chemicals and toxic materials
Requires extensive knowledge and skills
Highly competitive