Biochemists study the chemical process and transformation on living microorganisms. This includes viruses and bacteria, the chemical function of digestion, vaccines, DNA and cell parts. They use their study to present to scientists, engineers and coworkers to help improve the life of humans through agriculture, medical research and industrial research.
To enter the work force as a biochemist you need either
- A bachelor of technology specialising in biochemistry
- Bachelor of science
- a bachelor of science and technology
At college getting NCEA level 3 in chemistry, biology, maths or physics will help at university
Where to get a bachelor in biochemistry
-Waikato university
-Otago university
-Auckland university
Pay for biotechnologists depends on their qualifications and experience.
- Biochemists with Bachelor's degrees working at the technician level usually earn around $35,000-$55,000 a year.
- Those with Master’s degrees usually earn around $55,000-$75,000.
- Senior biochemists, who have PhDs, may earn $76,000-$94,000.
- With more responsibility and experience, pay could rise to about $130,000 a year or more.
(Pay amounts from www.careers.co.nz)
In 2012 there were only 76 biochemists working in New Zealand, the number has been dropped from 87 in 2010
Why is there so few biochemists working in New Zealand and why has the number dropped?
ReplyDeleteHow long would someone have to go to Uni for a Bachelors in BioChem?
ReplyDeleteYou would have to go to Uni for 4 years
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