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M icrobiology. Corinne Figarra CMT 3 rd hour. Description. A microbiologist is someone who investigates and studies things in the field of microbiology. . Primary Responsibilities . Plan and conduct complex research projects. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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MicrobiologyCorinne FigarraCMT 3rd hour
Description•A microbiologist is someone who investigates and studies things in the field of microbiology.
Primary Responsibilities • Plan and conduct complex research
projects.• Supervise biological technicians and
evaluate the accuracy of their results.• Isolate and maintain cultures of bacteria
or other microorganisms.• Monitor the effect of microorganisms on
plants, animals, other microorganisms, and the environment.• Prepare technical reports and present
them to other scientists.
Employment + job outlook/growthMicrobiology is found in an indoor setting mostly in research lab facilities. They work full time and keep regular hours.U.S. Department of Labor’s employment outlook for microbiology is average.
Educational preparationsA Bachelors degree in microbiology or a closely related field is needed for entry level microbiologist jobs. A P.H.D is typically needed to carry out independent research.
Salary RangeThe median annual wage of microbiologists was $65,920 in May 2010. The top 10 percent earned more than $115,720.
Career Path• Temporary post
doctoral research positions.• Bacteriology• Virology
Microbiologists can gain responsibilities and independence in their work as they gain experience and more education.
Positive Features
•Salary is decent • It is interesting work• Jobs are available
Negative Features• Long work hours• School, many years of education•Must have P.H.D to go independently
Related Occupations• Agricultural + Food scientists• Biochemical and biophysicists