Microbiologist

A microbiologist studies microorganisms like bacteria, fungi, viruses, algae, and protozoa at a cellular level. They research how these microorganisms interact with other multicellular organisms, their mode of transmission, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, and strategies for preventing and treating diseases caused by microorganisms. An individual with knowledge in this field is called a microbiologist.

Major Tasks:

• Collect samples of microorganisms spread through various media and examine them.
• Identify microorganisms present in the environment.
• Identify testing methods and develop new related technologies.
• Develop new medicines.
• Plan and implement strategies for controlling the spread of epidemics.
• Register new medicines, vaccines, and diagnostic technologies.
• Develop enzymes, vitamins, hormones, antibiotics, etc., that are useful for human life.

Importance and Benefits:

• Opportunity to work in specialized fields like medicine, pharmacy, and agriculture.
• Abundant job opportunities.

Required Skills:
Primary Potential: Analytical-Logical 
Secondary Potential: Physical-Mechanical

Eligibility: Ten plus two in Biology

Career Path:

1. Bachelors in Microbiology
2. Masters in Microbiology

Working Area: Research centers, hospitals, pharmaceutical industries, government, and non-government organizations.

Career Development Path:

• Senior Microbiologist
• Professor
• Researcher

Initial Monthly Income: Rs. 25,000 – 30,000