Also called: Bacteriologist, Microbiological Analyst, Microbiologist, Quality Control Microbiologist (QC Microbiologist)
Investigate the growth, structure, development, and other characteristics of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, algae, or fungi. Includes medical microbiologists who study the relationship between organisms and disease or the effects of antibiotics on microorganisms.
Math and Science
Arts and Humanities
Engineering and Technology
Education and Training
Basic Skills
Problem Solving
People and Technology Systems
Verbal
Ideas and Logic
Visual Understanding
Attention
Investigative
People interested in this work like activities that include ideas, thinking, and figuring things out.
Data base user interface and query software
Presentation software
Analytical or scientific software
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