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As we discuss different Biology-related careers, write down a few that seem interesting to you.
Biology Careers
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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Provides emergency medical care at the scenes of crime/accidents, and keeps patients alive during transport to hospitals. Drives an ambulance and responds to 911 calls. Uses resuscitation equipment.
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Veterinarian Provides medical treatment to animals. There are many different types of veterinarians; some work with small animals, others treat large farm animals, and some specialize in wild or exotic animals.
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Conservationist Protects animals and the ecosystems they live in. Focuses on protecting endangered species and preventing extinction. They also work with politicians to pass laws that will prevent pollution/global warming.
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Environmental Lawyer Initiates lawsuits having to do with air and water pollution, climate change, and the use of chemicals/pesticides. Often come up against powerful corporations in court battles.
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Forensic Investigator
Examines and compares DNA evidence, impression evidence (such as fingerprints), ballistics, and other evidence in criminal investigations. In typical circumstances, evidence is processed in a crime lab.
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Geneticist/Genetic Counselor
Tests couples for inherited disorders (such as sickle-cell anemia), and determines the probability that the disorder will be passed on to their children. May also assist couples with gender selection of their babies.
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Marine Biologist Studies organisms of the ocean, from tiny phytoplankton to giant cetaceans (whales). Monitors marine habitats, such as coral reefs and tide pools, to study the effects of pollution on marine life.
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Microbiologist Studies microorganisms, including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and protozoa. They focus on how microorganisms affect human health, agriculture, and industry. May travel the globe to study disease outbreaks.
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Neurologist Treats people who have suffered nervous system damage (brain, spinal cord, and nerves). May specialize in diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease. Neurosurgeons repair injuries (brain damage/paralysis).
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Paleontologist Studies fossils, the remains of ancient organisms (many of which are now extinct.) Attempts to re-construct ancient ecosystems and the extinction events which caused organisms (such as dinosaurs) to vanish.
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Pediatrician Responsible for the health care of infants, children, and teenagers; helps chart their growth towards adulthood. Administers injections/vaccinations, gives check-ups, and treats injuries.
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Physical Therapist (PT)
Helps rehabilitate patients, including accident victims and individuals with back pain, arthritis, head injuries, and cerebral palsy. Provides treatment that improves patient mobility and relieves their pain.
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Registered Nurse (RN) Cares for patients in a variety of settings, such as hospitals and nursing homes. Works with doctors to develop treatment plans and monitors the care of patients. May assist in the operating room (OR nurse).
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Research Biologist Makes breakthroughs in new and developing fields of Biology, such as cloning. Genetic engineers are responsible for designing/altering the DNA of organisms to produce desired characteristics.
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Sports Medicine Physician
Treats sports injuries, and prevents the injuries from ruining the athlete’s season or career. Responsible for helping heal the injury and getting the athlete back on the field as soon as possible.
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Zoologist Studies animals and their development, behavior, and diseases. Ornithologists study birds, herpetologists study reptiles, and ichthyologists study fish. Often work at zoos or wild animal parks.
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