Career Opportunities for Biotechnologists???
Career Opportunities for Biotechnologists???
Biotechnologists are often in great demand in the sub disciplines of biotechnology. These disciplines include red biotechnology, the application of biotechnology techniques to medicine, green biotechnology, the application of these techniques to agriculture, white biotechnology, which applies biotechnology specifically to industrial processes and blue biotechnology, which brings biotechnology to the marine world.
In recent times, biotechnology as a subject has grown rapidly. And as far as employment is concerned, it has become the second fastest growing sector after multi-media.
Biotechnologists, the extreme pure product of the biotechnology can operate their minds in several directions of career. They are manipulators of plant, animal and microbial kingdom. They do this for the betterment of mankind. Where to find biotechnologist? Go to research laboratory, you will get biotechnologist. Go to educational institutions, you will find him. Go to industries, again he will be there, busy in work. Go to the agricultural world, you will find him again. The nature of work of biotechnologists, being interdisciplinary, requires working together with people from different fields such as biology, chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, genetics, engineering, food science and agriculture etc. Several sectors are opened for them.
More specifically several sectors opened for biotechnologists includes discovery research, preclinical research, pharmaceuticals product development, clinical development, project management, regulatory affairs, medical affairs etc. Commercial sector includes business development, corporate communication, product support and sales. Biotechnologists have opportunities in Biotech and Bio IT parks.
Most of the biotechnologists are employed in leading Businesses and pharmaceutical companies, chemical industries, bioprocessing industries, agriculture related industries and pollution control activities of the major industries etc. They can even join government and corporate-run research and development organizations. Biotechnology’s application in Medicine has helped in the development of various medicines, vaccines and diagnostics. The remarkable development work carried out by biotechnologists in this field has led to improvement in the methods of diagnosis, medicines and vaccinations for diseases which once thought were incurable are no more a cause of worry, which has been a blessing for humankind. R&D spending in biotechnology industry is on the rise, resulting in robust technology platforms, safe and effective medications, and improved drug sales.
Biotechnologists also find opportunities at places involving activities like chemical processes, genetic engineering, textile development, cosmetic development etc. In agriculture, the developments of transgenic varieties of the economic crops are possible by the efforts of biotechnologists. Biotechnologists are also encouraging a shift from chemical based fertilizers and pesticides to biofertilizers and biopesticides to retain the quality of soil, food and the environment. Biotechnologists in the area of animal husbandry have improved animal breeding. Several kinds of genetically engineered, high yielding animal breeds have come up which has increased the output of dairy products as well as the meat products. Biotechnologists find jobs in environmental sector for checking industrial air pollution levels, treatment of industrial waste, designing microbes for checking oil pollution etc.
Private sector companies generally offer Rs12000 to 20000 per month to an entry level postgraduate. The leading companies offer Rs 50000 to 60000 to expert biotechnologists in R&D. Those employed as researchers in government sector can have a starting salary of around Rs 10000 to 12000 per month along with various government allowances.
Biotechnologists can find career in teaching profession as Lecturer, Reader and Professor for leading post graduate courses like M.Sc. Biotechnology, M.Sc. (Agriculture) Biotechnology, M.V.Sc. (Animal) Biotechnology, and M.Tech. Biotechnology, M.Sc./M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Biotechnology, M.Sc. (Marine) Biotechnology, Medical Biotechnology, M.Tech. in Biomedical engineering/Biotechnology etc. Depending upon the necessity, more advanced courses such as Ph.D. and Post-Doctoral research in Biotechnology can also be pursued in national and international universities.
A well expert biotechnologist can develop its own business. He can establish commercial tissue culture laboratory, biofertilizer company or mushroom industries etc. Some of the biotech companies and research institutes of India where a biotechnologist can find their jobs are: Mahyco, Bejo Sheetal, Krishidhan Seeds, Jalna. Monsanto, Nath Seeds, Ajeet seeds, Wokhardt, Aurangabad. Blue cross laboratory, Serum Institute, National Institute of Virology, National Aids Research Institute, National Chemical Laboratory, Pune. Sartorius, Rossari Biotech India Pvt. Ltd., Organica Biotech Pvt. Ltd., Siro Clinpharm Pvt. Ltd., Reliance Life Sciences, Bharat Serum & Vaccines Ltd., Mumbai, Maharashtra. Ocimum Biosolutions, Krebs Biochemicals & Industries Ltd., Biotechdesk, Shantha Biotechnics Ltd., Microbax India Ltd., CCMB, CDFD, Hyderabad, A.P. Banglore Genei, Bigtec private Ltd., Bangalore. AVT Biotechnology, Harrisons Malayalam Ltd., Cochin. Avestha Gengraine Technologies, BI Biotech India Pvt. Ltd., Biocon, Delhi. Quintiles Translational, Euphoric Pharmaceuticals, Cadila Pharmaceuticals, Synchron Research Services, Ahmedabad. Rasi Seeds, Indian Immunologicals Ltd., Tamilnadu. Blue Cross, Goa and Lilly India of Gurgaon.
Some of the universities, biotech colleges and research institutes of India where biotechnologists can find their jobs are: School of Life Sciences, University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad. School of Biotechnology, JNU, New Delhi. Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology, Trivandrum, Kerala. Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai, Maharashtra. University School of Biotechnology, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprasta University, New Delhi. Animal Biotechnology Research centre National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, Haryana. Department of Molecular Biology & Genetic Engineering, GB Panth University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand. Department of Biotechnology, University of Kashmir Srinagar, J&K. School of Biotechnology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP. Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology, MS University of Baroda, Vadodara, Gujarat. School of Chemical and Biotechnology, Sastra University, Thanjavur, Tamilnadu. Department of Biotechnology, SRM University, Chennai. Department of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, Jaypee University of Information Technology, Solan, Himachal Pradesh. Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Noida. The Amity Institute of Biotechnology, Noida. The Oxford College of Science, Bangalore. Department of Biotechnology, RV College of Engineering, Bangalore. Shoolini Institute of Life Sciences and Business Management, Solan, Himachal Pradesh. Shri M&N Virani Science College Rajkot, Gujrat. PES Institute of Technology, Bangalore.
So decide the career option and walk for it, the ways are open………………………
Ravi Dhande
Lecturer,
Department of Botany,
Shri Shivaji College,Akot
Maharashtra, India-444101
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From Biotech to Business, Israel and California Spark Growth On Common Ground
From Biotech to Business, Israel and California Spark Growth On Common Ground
While it may not be immediately obvious, Israel and California have been intrinsically linked to each other for years. Environmentally, their shared arid climate and overall landscape, often challenged with droughts, create a natural connection. And while it is clear that Israel’s power in Hollywood and the entertainment business will continue to be strong, many argue that it is the areas of business and technology that provide the greatest promise for the growing connection between these two powerful states.
Excitement surrounding this sector was obvious at the recent Los Angeles “Israel Conference” held in early June 2009 when hundreds came together to explore the wealth of new opportunities.
Kelly Hartog reported for Israel21c.com that, “In addressing the attendees, Los Angeles Israeli Consul General Jacob Dayan noted that the downturn in the economy has actually benefited both Israel and the US, in light of the stimulus packages that are being doled out by the US government.”
Hartog pointed out one recent example: “Together with Utah Governor John Huntsman, Dayan recently returned from a trip to Israel where, as a result of Utah’s .5 million stimulus package, Huntsman is now working with Israeli solar company BrightSource on a deal similar to the one struck last month between BrightSource and Pacific Gas & Electric in California.”
With the stimulus packages promoting action and a positive groundswell around Israel as a hotbed for California venture capital, I decided to sit down with Israeli-born Mouli Cohen, philanthropist and entrepreneur, to discuss the current state of relations, emerging markets and his history and connection with both locations.
Cohen’s story provides a unique perspective. Having grown up in Israel, attended school in Tel Aviv and served in the Special Forces in the Israeli Army, Cohen then went on to fund hi-tech companies globally, and has since set up base in California where he has just recently launched private equity innovation fund, Voltage Capital.
INTERVIEWER: Growing up in Israel, often considered a country at the forefront of biotechnology, why did you start your company in America rather then Israel?
MOULI: Well, I moved to the US in mid 80s. At that time the internet was just starting to emerge. I moved because of the huge opportunity in the United States. I found it challenging, but quickly realized that it was the place where I could realize my dreams.
INTERVIEWER: You live in California and grew up in Israel. Why is there such a close connection between these two states?
MOULI: Since California contains one of the leading cities in the United States, it is likely going to have a large and influential population of Jewish people. As the center of the entertainment business and hi-tech, there are many synergies between the two industries, not the least of which is the talent pool. Arguably
in its region, Israel has competitive intellectual capital, so its natural that two regions with such great talent will gravitate toward each other.
At the beginning of the 80s and my time there, the investor money was only beginning to move in. Israel has since developed itself aggressively and has established a trust in the market, the talent and the track record of the entrepreneurs there. As this has occurred, you have seen the similarities with The Valley emerge.
Defense is a great example. The best defense technologies are coming out of Israel right now and will continue to show big returns. The cockpit of every Phantom Fighter plane is equipped with Israeli software, so it provides a great example of the two countries collaborating together.
I think you’ll only see greater growth amongst investments between the two regions.
INTERVIEWER: Do you think your experience in the Israeli Army played into your success?
MOULI: I think the Army helped. It molds you in a certain way when you go through so much training, practice and live war. It teaches you the fundamentals of how to do business: integrity, teamwork and competitiveness. It gives you the discipline you need to succeed in the business world.
INTERVIEWER: There is a Dan Rather report on YouTube that talks about Israel’s hi-tech innovation during the global recession. He spoke to the leader of the Weitzman Institute of Science – its current President – a Belgium born physicist – about the importance of hi-tech research in Israel. His policy is that the research should be driven by what he refers to as “basic research” or curiosity driven research. Trying to understand how nature works. He uses the example of the discovery of the x-ray. Do you see the techniques of basic research being leveraged for your companies like Voltage that you build?
MOULI: Totally. Basic research is important and you want to approach practical paths, but research techniques have become so much more advanced that you want to leverage them as well to deliver greater results on shorter timelines.
INTERVIEWER: What do you think the current strife in the Middle East, specifically in Iran, means for the future of that region’s technology sector? Do you think that has an effect on the investment from global venture capital in the region overall?
MOULI: The Middle East can be converted to be the most advanced center of science development in the world. I have no question that if we were to be able construct peace in this region between Arab states and Israel, then we would be one of the most prosperous regions in the world.
With the use of technology, especially micro-blogging and citizen journalism during this past election, Iran is a good example of how technology will help shape democracy in these regions. When you see the people objecting to the failures of the system and opposing dictatorships, you seen an opportunity to help these people realize their dreams through investments in these regions.
The challenge is, if we see a failure here and in other cases, it may become challenging to establish the infrastructure that will be needed for future advancement to spread.
INTERVIEWER: Malcom Gladwell said that great leaders in their fields have to spend 10,000 hours on a certain study or act before they are truly great at it. What have you spent 10,000 hours doing and what do you see yourself concentrating your time on in the future?
MOULI: I feel you need to have around 10 years of experience in your field to achieve expertise, which often leads to success. That being said, real success is irrelevant and it’s not just in achieving wealth. I enjoy what I’m doing on a day-to-day basis, team myself with the best people and celebrate small and big wins over time.
INTERVIEWER: Having a history of picking winners throughout your career, what are the companies you see right now that are on the rise?
MOULI: I never like to single out companies, but I see the great innovation coming out of the green technology sector in Israel and that’s where many of the smartest people are moving. The challenge is the amount of capital these new companies need to be acquired by companies like Exxon.
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What Biotechnology Jobs Are All About
What Biotechnology Jobs Are All About
When one hears the term biotechnology jobs, it is only natural to assume that a white-coated scientist in a medical laboratory is the conversation starter. However, there may appear far more to this field than white coats and test tubes. Biotech careers range from research to development, marketing, sales, assurance and quality control. The industry is flourishing worldwide and employment is available to qualified individuals.
Within the industry, there are numerous subfields, grouped by colors. This includes the red, white, green and blue groups. In each field, a different sector is represented. Molecular biotech has probably resulted in the most potent revolution recently in the creation of well being and human health. Conventional medicine has been transformed info molecular medicine, which opens up many more treatment options.Careers in white biotech involves industrial applications. This technology allows for lower resource consumption than is the case when traditional processes are utilized to produce industrial products. The green field involves the industry of agriculture, where an example will be the designing of transgenic plants and finding environmentally friendly solutions to common needs. Aquatic and marine biotechnology fall under the blue category, however this application is quite rare.Bioinformatics is the field where everything happens in this industry. Otherwise known as computational biology, this field addresses issues such as computational techniques and the biological problems arising from using the techniques.Proteomics, structural genomics, functional genomics and several others rely on bioinformatics, which is a vital component in the pharmaceutical sector. Applied mathematics, statistics and informatics are used in conjunction with computer science so that you can solve biological problems.If you wish to persue a career in these fields, you would first have to decide which sub-field you are searching for and then make sure that you obtain the necessary education. Strong mathematical and science skills will stand you in good stead when you are interested in biotechnology jobs.Biotechnology jobs are best suited to really intelligent people that like wearing white coats and working in labs. These sorts of people have big brains and often wear glasses due to the amount of studying they did. People working in biotechnology often take life very seriously which is just as well because if they thought it would be a laugh some of them could wipe out millions of people around the world by reintroducing something like the plague into the general population, always a good one for having a joke about down the pub.
The author is an expert in the field of biotechnology and extensive knowledge to help those seeking careers in biotechnology. Areas of expertise in fact include any qualified route to finding biotechnology jobs. To search and apply for thousands of biotechnology jobs go to http://biotechnologyjobs1.co.uk
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