Bioinformatics scientist, Kaipūtaiao raraunga koiora
Also known as
- Bioinformatician
Bioinformatics scientists research and develop datasets of biological information for commercial or scientific use. They may design biological databases and develop programmes.
Your pay could be
$50K
Lower
$72K to $118K
Most common
$159K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
3-5 years
Bioinformatics scientists
- usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours
- usually work in laboratories and research institutes and may travel
- need to be methodical, accurate and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- research biological information
- research genetics
- analyse biological samples
- develop technical and scientific databases
- create computer programs for research
- help scientists use computer tools
- solve design and development problems
- prepare reports and presentations
- supervise scientists and lab staff
- help people make project decisions
Investigative
Organised
Practical
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Do the quizYou need a qualification to become a bioinformatics scientist and experience may be useful.
You need
- a bachelor's degree in biological sciences or similar area
You may need
- a Master of Biotechnology (Bioinformatics) or similar
- a doctoral degree in biological sciences
- experience in similar work
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