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Investigate the growth, structure, development, and other characteristics of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, algae, or fungi. Includes medical microbiologists who study the relationship between organisms and disease or the effects of antibiotics on microorganisms.



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$81.9k

Annual median Salary

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Education

Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).


48%

Bachelor's degree

17%

Post-baccalaureate certificate

13%

Master's degree

Careers

Typical Job Titles

Bacteriologist

Microbiological Analyst

Microbiologist

Quality Control Microbiologist (QC Microbiologist)

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