Biochemists and Biophysicists

• Study physical principles of living cells or organisms and their electrical or mechanical energy, applying methods and knowledge of mathematics, physics, chemistry, or biology.
• Share research findings by writing scientific articles or by making presentations at scientific conferences.
• Prepare reports or recommendations, based upon research outcomes.
• Teach or advise undergraduate or graduate students or supervise their research.
• Manage laboratory teams or monitor the quality of a team's work.
• Determine the three-dimensional structure of biological macromolecules.
• Isolate, analyze, or synthesize vitamins, hormones, allergens, minerals, or enzymes and determine their effects on body functions.
• Develop new methods to study the mechanisms of biological processes.
• Study the mutations in organisms that lead to cancer or other diseases.
• Study the chemistry of living processes, such as cell development, breathing and digestion, or living energy changes, such as growth, aging, or death.
• Design or perform experiments with equipment such as lasers, accelerators, or mass spectrometers.
• Investigate the nature, composition, or expression of genes or research how genetic engineering can impact these processes.
• Study spatial configurations of submicroscopic molecules, such as proteins, using x-rays or electron microscopes.
• Develop or execute tests to detect diseases, genetic disorders, or other abnormalities.

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• Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.

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