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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