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microbiologist

Microbiologists study and research the life forms, characteristics, and processes of microscopic organisms.

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DESCRIPTION

Microbiologists study and research the life forms, characteristics, and processes of microscopic organisms. They study microorganisms such as bacteria, protozoa, fungi, etc. in order to diagnose and counteract the effects that these microorganisms might have in animals, in the environment, in the food industry, or in the health care industry.

THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
biotechnology
OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit
immunology

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
conduct research on flora
integrate gender dimension in research
OPTIONALOptional competences
apply blended learning
develop bioremediation techniques

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Skills overview

85total
53 essential
32 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
2
Skills
4

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Quick insight

This role requires 53 essential competences across both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

DATA SOURCED FROM ESCO (EUROPEAN COMMISSION) & O*NET (U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR)

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