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.
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KEY SKILLS
Attention to detail
Laboratory skills
Organizational skills
Analytical thinking
Knowledge about chemicals, toxins and their safe disposal
IT skills
Work well in a team setting
Constantly willing to learn and innovate
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
OPPORTUNITY TYPES
GOT WHAT IT TAKES?
Pharmaceutical Companies
Research
Academia
Industry
A team player, work well in lab-based group settings
Fond of research based fields in health care
Work well under pressure
Orgainized
Efficient
Meticulous and Precise
KEY OPPORTUNITIES
Books
Podcasts
Networking Groups
Interesting Facts about the career
Microbes are so vital to sustain life as we know it, that without them crops, animals and humans will all suffer disastrous consequences