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food biotechnologist

Food biotechnologists study the life cycle of food from its preservation up to the spoilage and the food-borne pathogens.

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Description

Food biotechnologists study the life cycle of food from its preservation up to the spoilage and the food-borne pathogens. They research and understand food-borne diseases in order to prevent them. They ensure that food products abide by government regulations regarding food health and safety.

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

perform microbiological analysis in food manage discarded products manage food manufacturing laboratory analyse samples of food and beverages lead process optimisation prepare visual data apply requirements concerning manufacturing of food and beverages ensure public safety and security improve chemical processes follow-up lab results keep up with innovations in food manufacturing monitor processing conditions operate microscope identify the factors causing changes in food during storage apply HACCP detect microorganisms monitor developments used for food industry apply GMP perform food risk analysis

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)