Biochemist

Also known as

Cellular biochemist, metabolic scientist, enzymologist, molecular biochemist, clinical biochemist, biological chemist, research biochemist

AUT programmes

• Study Chemistry - Bachelor of Science

Work environment

• Usually work regular business hours
• Usually work in offices and laboratories
• May work in hazardous conditions
• Need to be methodical, practical and identify and solve problems

Typical tasks

• Study animals, plants and microorganisms
• Run scientific experiments
• Plan biological experiments
• Analyse biological samples
• Set up scientific equipment
• Improve research methods
• Guide lab staff
• Teach university students
• Write reports and proposals

Salary information

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Further study options

• Postgraduate Certificate in Science
• Postgraduate Diploma in Science
• Master of Science
• Master of Science (Research)