Bacteriologist

Aliases: Microbiologist

Industry/Sector(s): Life Sciences

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks a Bacteriologist is expected to perform include:

Conducting research and laboratory experiments
Preparing cultures of bacteria by placing samples in suitable nutritive media
Examining samples of isolated bacteria under microscopes for identification
Observing reactions of bacteria to contact with various kinds of chemical substances and effects of changes in physical environment
Studying action of microorganisms on living tissues of higher animals and dead organic matter
Analysing organic substances produced by bacteria while acting on organic matter to determine nature of by-product
Evolving and preparing weakened strains of harmful bacteria for utilization in vaccination, immunization and serological application
Studying methods of stimulating and retarding activity of microorganisms and their utilization in the industry
Recording and reporting findings
Specializing in any particular branch of bacteriology such as dairy, food, soil or public health bacteriology, mycology, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2}

It is not a desk job
Need to not handle a team
Local travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs may be available
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Organizations usually work for 5/6 days a week and 9/10 hours everyday. This may vary from organization to organization
Shift system is available
Overtime may be required

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This job is suitable for candidates with One Leg (OL) and One Arm (OA)
This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ³

Preferable, Master’s in bacteriology

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

In-depth knowledge of animal and human physiological processes
Efficient in evaluating effects of drugs, gases, pesticides, parasites and microorganisms on bacteria
Proficient in planning and directing studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods and treatments for disease
Efficient in following strict safety procedures when handling toxic materials to avoid contamination
Skilled in investigating cause, progress, life cycle or mode of transmission of diseases or parasites
Skilled in the use of equipment such as atomic absorption spectrometers, electron microscopes, flow cytometers and chromatography systems
Knowledge of principles of medicine, and medical and laboratory procedures
Efficient in preparing and analysing organ, tissue and cell samples to identify toxicity, bacteria, etc.
Knowledge of standardized drug dosages, methods of immunization and procedures for manufacture of drugs and medicinal compounds

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Ability to solve complex problems
High observation skills
Manual dexterity

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

Adarsh Mahavidyalaya
www.adarshcollege.in/index.html

Delhi Institute of Management & Technology
www.dimtedu.com

Andhra University College of Science & Technology
www.andhrauniversity.info/science/index.html

Adhunik Institute of Education and Research
www.adhunikinstitute.com

Adhiparasakthi College of Arts and Science
http://www.apcasgbn.com/

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

https://targetstudy.com/courses/msc-medical-microbiology.html

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ⁴

Dean/CEO/Medical Director
      ↑
Head of Department, Bacteriology
      ↑
Senior Bacteriologist
      ↑
Bacteriologist → Hospital/Clinic Owner or Teaching
       ↑
Lab Technician/Junior Bacteriologist
        ↑
Intern, Bacteriology

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ⁵

For new entrants - Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ⁵

Some organizations hire new entrants too

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ⁵

Government and private hospitals/laboratories
Plantations
Agricultural farms
Agricultural research organizations

KEYWORDS

Bacteriologist

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	2131.1200	Bacteriologist
ISCO 2008	2131	Biologists, Botanists, Zoologists and Related Professionals
NIC 2008	72100	Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering
QP Reference	Not available	Not available
NSQF	Not available	Not available

REFERENCES

1	National Classification of Occupations Division - 2
2	http://socialjustice.nic.in/pdf/dd3-group-a.pdf
3	http://www.timesjobs.com/jobskill/bacteriology-jobs
4	http://www.minglebox.com/science/colleges/category/microbiology
5	http://www.sciencemag.org/site/products/lst_20130222.xhtml
6	http://www.censusindia.gov.in
7	https://www.infosys.com/industries/life-sciences
8	http://www2.deloitte.com/content/dam/Deloitte/global/Documents/Life-Sciences-Health-Care/gx-lshc-2015-life-sciences-report-india.pdf
9	National Classification of Occupations Division 2
10	http://www.naukri.com/microbiology-jobs
11	http://dget.nic.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/publication/Des-Div-2.pdf
12	https://targetstudy.com/professions/bacteriologist-microbiologist.html

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