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Biochemist
Biochemists investigate the chemical processes that take place inside all living things, from viruses and bacteria to people.
Biochemist
Role Description
Skills required
You'll need:
- a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- excellent communication skills
What you'll do
Your role and tasks will vary by industry.
In the pharmaceutical, food or brewing industries, your work will include:
- developing new products
- monitoring production
- quality control
- checking the safety of existing products
In a hospital, public health laboratory or research institute, your work will include:
- carrying out tests on blood
- researching the causes of disease
- exploring new methods of treatment
In agriculture and the environment, your work will include:
- genetically engineering plants to create pest-resistant crops
- improving the quantity of crops
- developing and extending the shelf life of produce
- monitoring the effects of pollution on the environment
As a biochemist in education, you could work in universities, colleges and schools, or medical, veterinary or dental schools.

Salary Guide
Minimum: £25000
Maximum: £42000