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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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$85.4k

Annual median Salary

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Education

Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.


64%

Bachelor's degree

14%

Master's degree

9%

Associate's degree

Careers

Typical Job Titles

Bacteriologist

Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Clinical Lab Scientist)

Microbiological Analyst

Microbiologist

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