Biologist (research)

Biologists study living organisms — their structure, function, growth, and interactions with each other and their environment. Day to day the work mixes designing experiments, collecting and analysing samples in the lab or field, running statistical analyses, and writing up findings for journals and grant applications.

Many also teach or supervise students. Most research biologists work in universities, government agencies, or research institutes, often specialising in a sub-discipline such as cell biology, physiology, or ecology.

The role suits patient, methodical people who are comfortable with long project timelines and the slow accumulation of evidence.