Biotechnologist

Uses biological systems to develop products in medicine, food, and agriculture.

Degree

Also known as

Bioprocess EngineerMolecular BiologistBiochemistLife Sciences Researcher

Essential Skills

Cell culture and fermentation techniquesMolecular biology techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis)Bioreactor operationRegulatory affairs knowledge (EMA guidelines)GMP compliance and sterile techniqueLaboratory data recording and analysis

Good to Have

CRISPR gene editingBioinformatics tools (BLAST, Python for biology)

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