Career options in Biotechnology

What are the various career options in Biotechnology?

• Lab technician: The work of a lab technician involves cleaning and maintaining equipment used by scientists and working on the lab equipment as per instructions.

• Research associate: If you have a keen interest in Research and Development, then becoming a Research Associate can provide an interesting career that allows you to carry out experiments under the supervision of established Scientists.

• Research scientist: When you enter the field at a higher level you become a Research scientist. This involves working alongside established scientists to design and carry out experiments, then writing reports for publication.

• Engineer (Chemical, Electrical, Environmental and Industrial): This position would involve engaging in a range of projects from building robots to assisting with Research and Development.

• Sales representative: As a sales representative, you would work with hospitals, doctors and a wide range of medical institutions to keep them aware of biotechnology's latest offerings, as well as trying to encourage their approval for your products over rival products in the market.

• Marketing: In biotechnology marketing, you would manage and devise campaigns aimed at particular customer areas, through such methods as working with advertising agencies and maintaining a visible presence at medical conventions and trade shows.

• Business development manager: This position involves working with colleagues to introduce products and to negotiate agreements with strategic partners.