Who is a Microbiologist?
Microbiologists investigate the fascinating world of organisms too small to be seen with the naked eye. Although known by many different titles, a microbiologist is a scientist who studies living organisms and infectious agents many of which can only be seen with a microscope.
hey also study the interaction of microorganisms with people. Everyday microbiologists around the world explore, investigate and discover how these organisms, called microbes exist and affect our lives.Read four online profiles of microbiologists on the MicrobeWorld website
Career Profiles
Anyone with an interest in science and the desire to explore the mysteries of life can become a microbiologist. You can, too. How To Become a MicrobiologistIf you're interested in microbiology, talk to your parents and your science teacher. They can help you follow this interest and learn more about the sciences and microscopic life.Find books on life sciences and microbiology in your library.
Visit a science museum. Find out if your school or community has a science club, science fairs or other activities you could get involved in. Try out the experiments on this web site and ask your science teacher if she or he can help you find others.
ontact the for a great brochure called "A Million and One" all about careers in microbiology. You can get a free copy (up to 25 of them if you'd like) by emailing or by faxing your request to 202-942-9329. Remember to give your full mailing address so they know where to send your brochure.In high school, you should plan on taking biology, chemistry, physics, computer science and math. English courses are also important because microbiologists spend much of their time writing articles or papers and giving speeches. Foreign languages are helpful for exchanging
information with scientists around the world.You may try to get a job or internship in a research lab of a university or science-related company during the summer to gain hands-on experience. You may wish to talk with microbiologists in companies or universities to learn more about careers in this field
