Geneticists

Research and study the inheritance of traits at the molecular, organism or population level. May evaluate or treat patients with genetic disorders.

Tasks Include:

Write grants and papers or attend fundraising events to seek research funds.
Verify that cytogenetic, molecular genetic, and related equipment and instrumentation is maintained in working condition to ensure accuracy and quality of experimental results.
Plan curatorial programs for species collections that include acquisition, distribution, maintenance, or regeneration.
Participate in the development of endangered species breeding programs or species survival plans.
Maintain laboratory safety programs and train personnel in laboratory safety techniques.
Instruct medical students, graduate students, or others in methods or procedures for diagnosis and management of genetic disorders.
Evaluate, diagnose, or treat genetic diseases.
Design and maintain genetics computer databases.
Confer with information technology specialists to develop computer applications for genetic data analysis.
Collaborate with biologists and other professionals to conduct appropriate genetic and biochemical analyses.
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The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™ 16.0; US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection.

Virginia: + 5.2%

National: - 0.6%

Education

Post-Doctoral Training

Job Zone:

Five: Extensive Preparation Needed

Income Range:

Highest ($50,000 and up)

National

$72,720.00

State

$77,360.00

Regional