Biotechnologist

Background

Biotechnologists use living organisms and biological processes to develop new products and solve problems in medicine, agriculture, and industry. They work in laboratories conducting experiments, analysing data, and testing new treatments or materials. Their work might involve growing cells, extracting DNA, or developing vaccines and medicines that help people.

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Next Step Roles

Senior Biotechnologist→Biotechnology Project Manager→Research Scientist→Quality Assurance Manager

Publications

Nature BiotechnologyBiotechnology Journal

Books

The Code BreakerUnnatural SelectionBiotechnology Demystified

Movies

GattacaThe Code Breaker documentary

Key Figures

Jennifer DoudnaEmmanuelle CharpentierGeorge ScangosKathy Niakan

Classification

SIC Code8011, 0The Standard Industry Code

Dewey Reference660.6, 578.1For looking up books in your local library

Synonyms

Biotech ScientistBiological TechnologistBiomedical Scientist

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