Microbiologists
Code: 19-1022.00Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Investigate the growth, structure, development, and other characteristics of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, algae, or fungi. Includes medical microbiologists who study the relationship between organisms and disease or the effects of antibiotics on microorganisms.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Bacteriologist
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Clinical Lab Scientist)
Clinical Microbiologist
Medical Technologist
Microbiological Analyst
Microbiologist
Public Health Microbiologist
Quality Control Microbiologist (QC Microbiologist)
Research Microbiologist
Research Specialist
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Isolate and maintain cultures of bacteria or other microorganisms in prescribed or developed media, controlling moisture, aeration, temperature, and nutrition.
- Provide laboratory services for health departments, community environmental health programs, and physicians needing information for diagnosis and treatment.
- Monitor and perform tests on water, food, and the environment to detect harmful microorganisms or to obtain information about sources of pollution, contamination, or infection.
Frequently Asked Questions About Microbiologists
Salaries for a Microbiologists vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Microbiologists in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Microbiologists include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Microbiologists professionals across diverse sectors.
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Salary Distribution
Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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