United States
Sector
Keyword
Biological Scientist
Biologist
Botanist
Algologist
Minimum Master?s degree in Biological Science
Not required
The tasks an Algologist is expected to perform include:Studying, identifying and classifying algae plants for use as edibles and soil manure
Visiting areas such as sea-sides, river-sides, swamps for study of algae on natural surroundings
Collecting specimens of different varieties of algae for study in laboratory
Studying nitrogen content, food value, etc. of algae for economic exploitation
Propagating methods for rowing particular type of algae to enrich nitrogen content of soil for paddy cultivation
Studying fresh water algae or marine algae
Controlling and growing algae in water circulation system
Skilled in using light-scattering equipment
Skilled in using binocular light compound microscopes, spectrometers, centrifuges, lasers and other investigative laboratory equipment
Skilled in identifying and examining different types of algae
Knowledge of differentiating between edible and non-edible algae
Knowledge of effects of environmental changes on algae
Skilled in studying the molecular structure of algae
Knowledge of growing and maintaining algae health in water
Will be updated
Attention to detail
Good communication skills and analytical skills
Strong observation skills
Adaptable
Team-player
Critical-thinking skills
Interpersonal skills
It is not a desk job
Need to handle a team of technicians and junior algologists
Local travelling is a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs maybe available
Work from home option is not available
Working hours
Companies usually work for 6/7 days a week and 8/10 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company
Shift system maybe available Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?No
This job is not listed as hazardous or dangerous under The Factories Act, 1948 (section 87)
One may develop occupational hazards such as stress on eyes, mental and physical strain, joint pains, etc., if not taken care of
For freshers -INR18,000 toINR60,000 per month
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
Trends in the Life Sciences Sector in India
India is gearing up to become an international player in the life sciences, powered by its recent economic growth and a desire to add biotechnology to its portfolio. India, like China, has been riding a rising economic wave. A National Centre for Translational Science is being planned in Pune, which will have three units to study different complex diseases, and will emphasize on stem cell and regenerative biology research. The Indian government has also launched five Indian Institutes for Science Education and Research (called IISERs), which have new campuses devoted to undergraduate/master's science education and research.
In the national capital territory around New Delhi, a new Translational Health Science Technology Institute (THSTI) is being planned, as well as a UNESCO centre for biotechnology research and education, which together might add over a hundred faculty. With increasing support from the government, the Life Sciences sector is bound to show major growth and create a lot of job opportunities. The future for Algologists seems very bright in India as well as abroad. They are required in a number of sectors today, and there is ample career growth opportunities as well.
Laboratories
Research centres
Colleges
Food industry
State governments
Cities and towns across India
Will be updated
Various private and government institutes across India
Will be updated
