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Biochemist

Biochemists are scientific professionals who are fascinated by the chemical structure of living cells and the biological processes that occur inside the human body — as well as plants and animals. They use their skills and knowledge to advance the quality and outcomes of medical procedures, pharmaceutical drugs, food production, and other fields that improve the quality of human (and animal) life.

As a Biochemist you could be conducting a toxicology analysis, determining the structure of molecules using computer modelling software, supervising a laboratory technician who is entering field data into a structured database, studying a series of medical tests and screening the data for similarities and anomalies, writing a report from your research findings, or attending an international conference for Biochemists and biomedical professionals.

Biochemists spend a lot of time in the laboratory carrying out highly specialised tests and screening procedures. To succeed in this role you’ll need a keen eye for detail, a commitment to data accuracy and integrity, and the skills to create written reports, recommendations, and technical documents.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $84,812
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a biochemist?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Science (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology)

Blended
36 months
$27,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Chemistry)

Blended, On Campus
36 months
$0 - $27,942
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology)

On Campus
12 months
$9,314
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Chemistry)

Blended, On Campus
12 months
$7,950 - $9,314
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Biotechnology

On Campus
12 months
$31,700
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours)

On Campus
12 months
$0 - $9,314
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours)

On Campus
48 months
$33,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) (Chemistry)

Blended
48 months
$38,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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