Biochemists work in many sectors of the economy.
You could work in areas such as disease, pharmaceutical drugs, food products or academic research. You may also teach at a university.
In most roles you can expect to:
- plan and conduct scientific experiments
- develop new analytical techniques
- use computer software and mathematical modelling
- supervise lab teams and control the quality of work
- design or build lab equipment
- write scientific articles, prepare reports and present research findings
- follow official lab procedures
