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To
be a successful Biochemist you should:
- Be curious about the chemical origins of life, the
cell, the effects of organisms on the cell, and how
altering conditions can improve life on earth.
- Be a creative, imaginative, hardworking individual
who enjoys interacting with other scientists.
- Be persistent.
- Be cooperative and able to work well with others.
- Have strong oral and written communication skills.
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| What
type of education and/or training do I need?
Preparing for a career in this field requires earning
a bachelor's degree in biochemistry or chemistry, with
specialties in cell biology, genetics, molecular biology,
biophysics, or biochemical methods. Some universities
offer a 1-year program after undergraduate school for
training in specialized laboratory techniques. Positions
that involve teaching in a college or directing research
require at least a master's degree, preferably a doctorate. |
| What
is the salary for this career? $48,000-$70,000
(Source: healthcarejobstore.com) |
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| What
will my job be like? Biochemists study the
chemical components and processes of living systems, plants,
insects, viruses, microorganisms, and mammals to explain
how and why chemical reactions occur. Their work contributes
to many fields of science.
Biochemists may specialize in biomedical equipment used
in radiology, nuclear medicine, surgery, dialysis, intensive
care, or the laboratory.
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| Where
could I work? Biochemists work in hospitals,
medical centers or clinics, or manufacturers in sales
engineering/service. Colleges and universities employ
the majority of biochemists as teachers or researchers.
The Department of Agriculture, the National Institutes
of Health, and the Environmental Protection Agency are
just a few of the government agencies that employ biochemists
specializing in basic research, analyzing food, drugs,
air, water, waste, or animal tissue.
Other workplace settings:
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Clinical Research
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| What
is the future of this career? Biotechnology
is a booming industry with a growing demand for highly
skilled technicians. |
Where
can I get the education and/or training?
- Capital Community College, Hartford
- Connecticut College, New London
- Housatonic Community College, Bridgeport
- Middlesex Community College, Middletown
- Quinnipiac University, Hamden
- Trinity College, Hartford
- University of Connecticut, Storrs
- Yale University, New Haven
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