Biotechnologist

Biotechnologists study the genetic, chemical and physical properties of cells, tissues and organisms, and discover ways to use this knowledge. They may work in the food industry and make enzymes and preservatives to use in food and drink. They may work in agriculture and genetically modify crops to improve yields. They may work in the medical industry and create new drugs and treatments. They may even work to improve the environment by converting plants into biofuels.

Attributes: observant, curious and imaginative

Useful links:

• The Primary Science Teaching Trust has these profiles as part of their resource A Scientist Just Like Me:
• Downloadable slideshow (PDF) about Dr Richa Sharma who is a biotechnologist.
• Downloadable slideshow (PDF) about Letizia Delle Vedove who is a molecular biologist.

• The British Science Association has a profile of Vinita Jagannath, a Senior Research Scientist of Cell Biology at MSD.
• They have this profile of Harshnira Patani, a Senior Scientist in Drug Discovery at MSD.
• They also have this profile of Dr Esther Odekunle, Antibody Engineer.
• It’s part of their Smashing Stereotypes resource.

• Google Image Search link