Biotechnology

Hi Isha,
Biotechnology is one among the most advanced branches of science. Master of Science in biotechnology is a post graduation degree in biotechnology. Candidates who have completed this course have good employment opportunities in both public and private sector organizations. Government of India has established Department of Biotechnology for the growth of this field. Important employment areas include Agriculture and Allied Industries, Agro Based Industries, Aquaculture Industries, Bio processing Industries, Chemical Industries, Colleges And Universities, Environmental Specialist, Food Processing Industries, Media Houses As Science Writer, Pharmaceutical Companies, Pharmaceutical Companies, Research Laboratories, etc.
Jobs in Government Sector
There are numerous job opportunities for post graduates in Biotechnology in public sector organizations. Public sector organisations like Research & Development Institutes, Government laboratories, Pharmaceutical companies, Colleges, Bio Processing Industries etc. recruit post graduates in the field of biotechnology. They are recruited as Scientific assistant, process development technician, research analyst, calibration Technician, Biostatistician, Medical affairs Director etc. Major government organizations recruiting biotechnologists are listed below.
All India Biotech Association (AIBA), New Delhi
Biotech Consortium India Limited, New Delhi
Rajiv Gandhi Center for Biotechnology (RGCB), Kerala
Recruitment to these organizations is held on the basis of certain examinations conducted by them. Apart from this, the candidate completing M.Sc in Biotechnology can appear for various test conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), Staff selection commission (SSC), Public sector Bank, State Public Service Commission (PSC), Indian Defence Services, etc. They provide the candidates with high salary packages. They can earn in the range Rs. 15,000/- to Rs. 20,000/- per month at an early stage of their career itself.
How to prepare for all these exams?
Candidates should prepare very well for the exams. They should have a basic knowledge about the syllabus for the tests. They can refer various books related to the exam. Candidates can also attend coaching classes for the exam.
All the best.

Hi Aisha,
At present, the scientific, analytical and problem-solving skills developed by microbiology graduates are high in demand by employers. You can work in both government as well as in private sectors. Microbiologists are mostly demanded in the UK, US, France, Australia and Germany.
With a degree in microbiology you can get opportunities in various fields like healthcare organizations, forensic science laboratories, environmental organizations, higher education institutions, food and drink, publicly funded research organizations, pharmaceuticals and many other industries. In the medicine and health care field, your work is usually associated with prevention & treatment of illnesses linked with microbes.
Further, various universities & Institutions employ microbiologists as teachers & researchers.
On the other hand, biotechnology is a rapidly developing field. Many private businesses are exploring this field and heavily investing in it. It is safe to say that there are ample job opportunities for Biotechnology graduates in private sector. Government sector too offers job opportunities, but not in the scale in which private sector does.
Some prominent industries where Biotechnology professionals may find jobs are- Pharmaceuticals Industry, Healthcare sector, Chemical Industry and Research sector.

There are lots of Job opportunities for B.sc (Biotechnology). there are so many private company those recruit Biotechnology graduates. you may also go for government job for which only graduation degree is required irrespective of the stream of study like Civil services, Indian army, Indian defense sector etc. you may also join in a private organization post for which only graduation degree is required.
After B.sc (BioTech) you can join in these companies:-
A Bio technologist may find jobs in various quarters in India. Drug and Pharmaceutical research, Chemicals, Environment control, Waste management, Energy, Food processing & Bio-Processing Industries, Tanning Industries.