As a microbiologist, you will work with many other scientists and have a vast range of opportunities. Microbiologists work in almost every industry and have many different responsibilities. The following is a partial list of overlapping roles 'you may have. You will collaborate with many other scientists. Depending on your specific situation, you may perform more than one function or role.
Microbiologists can specialize in a variety of areas.
Following is a description of many subspecialty areas in the microbiological sciences. Bacteriologist study how bacteria infect humans, animals and plants, reproduce and cause disease. Biochemist study how organisms derive energy, use nutrients and reproduce. Microbial physiologist and biochemist study life processes of microbes and how organisms use nutrients and divide. Mycologist study fungi, molds and yeast to discover how they infect living matter, reproduce and cause disease.