How do they match: Microbiologists

  • Clinical Laboratory Scientist
  • Microbiological Laboratory Technician
  • Microbiology Lab Supervisor
  • Microbiology Laboratory Manager
  • Microbiology Laboratory Supervisor

  • Observe action of microorganisms upon living tissues of plants, higher animals, and other microorganisms, and on dead organic matter.
  • Provide laboratory services for health departments, community environmental health programs, and physicians needing information for diagnosis and treatment.
  • Study growth, structure, development, and general characteristics of bacteria and other microorganisms to understand their relationship to human, plant, and animal health.
  • Study the structure and function of human, animal, and plant tissues, cells, pathogens, and toxins.

  • Operate laboratory or field equipment.