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Biochemists and biomedical scientists > Biotechnologist
Science and research
Biotechnologists use plants, animals, microbes, biochemistry and genetics to develop new products and improve existing ones.
You'll usually need a degree in a relevant scientific subject, like:
You'll usually need 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English, maths and science and 2 or 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, including biology for a degree. You'll need a degree in a relevant subject for postgraduate study.
You'll need:
Your day to day duties will depend on your specialism. In environmental biotechnology, you could:
With experience, you could move into scientific journalism, quality assurance management, sales or marketing.
Nanotechnologists design, create and manipulate materials on a tiny scale.
Biochemists investigate the chemical processes that take place inside all living things, from viruses and bacteria to people.
Astronomers study the origin and make-up of the universe, including its planets, stars, galaxies and black holes.
Education technicians support science, art, IT or design and technology teachers by preparing equipment and materials for practical lessons.
Laboratory technicians support scientists and help carry out tests, research and investigations.
Sport and exercise psychologists work with athletes, teams and coaches to improve their motivation and performance.
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