Genetic scientists manipulate genes for the benefit of animals, plants, and humans. They specialize in one area or study genetics more generally, performing experiments in controlled environments to determine how genes are affected by heredity and atmospheric influences. They can uncover important factors that affect inherited traits, fertility levels, and aging rates. A curious and patient nature, attention to detail, and a doctorate in biological sciences are necessary for this job.
A genetic scientist is an expert in how genes work, how they can be manipulated, and how they can be modified for the benefit of animals, plants, and humans. She is commonly involved in genetic engineering, which typically involves research in the field of microbiology and biochemistry. The application of botany and embryology concepts is usually part of her work. A person with this job typically spends most of their time in the laboratory. His work and conclusions are often applied to specific areas of animal husbandry, medicine, human physiology and agriculture.
Genetics applies to all forms of life, including plants, animals and humans. A genetic scientist may specialize in one of these areas or study the subject more generally. In either case, she typically performs experiments in the laboratory and other controlled environments to determine how genes are affected by heredity and atmospheric influences, natural or artificial. Her work also typically includes testing genetic fusions and alterations that can create resistance to disease or generally increase the longevity of living organisms.
In addition to disease resistance, a genetic scientist can also uncover important factors that affect inherited traits such as color, shape, and size of physical features in plants, animals, and humans. Other factors that can be changed include fertility levels and the rate at which these individuals age. These studies usually involve applying varying external stimuli to individuals and analyzing short-term and long-term outcomes. These methods usually include light, chemical applications or injections, heat, and the introduction of atypical natural substances into specific environments.
Past victories in this scientific field are often inspiring for a genetic scientist. The effects of antibiotics and other therapeutic drugs have been enhanced by genetic engineering. A number of serious hereditary diseases can now be more easily detected due to the efforts of genetic scientists. Many women who previously had no chance of having children are now able to do so through genetic advances in infertility treatment.
Traditionally, a genetic scientist needs to have a curious and patient nature to be successful in this field. These traits allow her to take risks in the lab, which can produce scientifically important results, and don’t get discouraged if the process is sometimes long and tedious. Excellent attention to detail is another desirable trait for a genetic scientist.
This position typically requires a doctorate in biological sciences. A concentration in chemistry, botany, biology or zoology is common. Some positions may accept a master’s degree in one of these disciplines if a doctoral program is ongoing.
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