Microbiologist

Job Description

 

● Role: Microbiologists study microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites) to

diagnose infections and diseases.

● Key Responsibilities:

○ Culture and Sensitivity Tests : Growing microorganisms from samples and

determining their sensitivity to antibiotics.

○ Infection Diagnosis : Identifying pathogens responsible for diseases like

pneumonia, tuberculosis, and sepsis.

○ Microbial Resistance Monitoring : Tracking antibiotic resistance trends in

pathogens.

● Common Tests : Blood cultures, urine cultures, stool cultures, throat swabs.

Requirements

Key Skills: Sample Collection and Handling , Laboratory Testing and Analysis, Molecular Diagnostics, Microbiological Reporting, Infection Control and Prevention, Quality Control and Assurance.

Requirements
Role: Microbiologists study microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites) to diagnose infections and diseases. ● Key Responsibilities: ○ Culture and Sensitivity Tests: Growing microorganisms from samples and determining their sensitivity to antibiotics. ○ Infection Diagnosis: Identifying pathogens responsible for diseases like pneumonia, tuberculosis, and sepsis. ○ Microbial Resistance Monitoring: Tracking antibiotic resistance trends in pathogens. ● Common Tests: Blood cultures, urine cultures, stool cultures, throat swabs. Requirements Key Skills: Sample Collection and Handling , Laboratory Testing and Analysis, Molecular Diagnostics, Microbiological Reporting, Infection Control and Prevention, Quality Control and Assurance.