Microbiology is the branch of science that deals with the study of microorganisms (fungi, bacteria, viruses, protozoa, algae, and other diverse groups of organisms) that are generally minute and simple in structure. Students of microbiology in their undergraduate years are trained in knowledge of virology, bacteriology, mycology, immunology, and parasitology.
It is a four-year programme to become a Microbiologist.
Career prospects in Microbiologist
Here are some lucrative job opportunities for microbiologists.
- Research Scientist (in academic institutions, government agencies or industry research labs)
- Medical/Clinical Microbiologist: performs diagnostic tests on patient samples to identify infectious microorganisms.
- Environmental Microbiologist: studies the role of microorganisms in environment processes like bioremediation, water treatment, and soil/air quality
- Food/Beverage Microbiologist: works in food and beverage companies to ensure safety and quality of food and drinks by testing for harmful microorganisms.
- Pharmaceutical Microbiologist: works in drug production and pharmaceutical companies to ensure sterility and purity of drugs, vaccines, and other pharmaceutical products
- Microbial Fermentation Specialist: Optimize microbial growth conditions for industrial production of enzymes, chemicals, fuels, etc.
- Biosafety/Biosecurity Specialist
