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biochemist

Biochemists study and perform research on the reactions caused by chemicals in living organisms.

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DESCRIPTION

Biochemists study and perform research on the reactions caused by chemicals in living organisms. This includes performing research for the development or improvement of chemical-based products (e.g. medicine) aimed at improving the health of living organisms and at better understanding their reactions.

THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
biotechnology
OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit
solid phase microextraction
medical laboratory technology

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
calibrate laboratory equipment
integrate gender dimension in research
OPTIONALOptional competences
explain the molecular basis of a disease to patients

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Skills overview

93total
54 essential
39 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
3
Skills
3

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Quick insight

This role requires 54 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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