Molecular Biologist
Studies molecular mechanisms, genes, and biomolecules to understand function, heredity, disease, and cellular regulation.
Career Overview
Growth Outlook: Very HighMolecular biologists conduct DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, sequencing, cloning, gene editing, protein analysis, and bioinformatics modelling. They examine molecular pathways, mutations, and interactions to support biomedical research, diagnostics, personalized medicine, biotechnology, and therapeutic development. They work in academic labs, pharma/biotech companies, clinical labs, and genomics centres. Global growth in molecular diagnostics, precision medicine, and genetic engineering drives high demand for this expertise.
Top Skills
- PCR
- Sequencing
- Gene editing
- Protein assays
- Bioinformatics
- Molecular cloning
- Data analysis
- Scientific reporting
Education Pathway
- 12th Science
- Bachelor’s in Cell Biology / Biology / Biotechnology
- Master’s in Cell Biology / Molecular & Cell Biology
- PhD for advanced cellular research and innovation roles
Suggested UG Degrees
- BSc Molecular Biology
- BSc Biotechnology
- BSc Genetics
- BSc Life Sciences
PG / Advancement Options
- MSc Molecular Biology
- MSc Genetics
- PhD Molecular Sciences
- Certifications in genomics/CRISPR/bioinformatics
Also Known As
- Molecular Geneticist
- Genomics Scientist
- DNA/RNA Analyst
- Molecular Researcher