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Scope of Biotechnology

• "To all the students who are in their high school level or senior secondary level, if biology gears up your interest to do something new, biotechnology is the right field to plunge yourself into."
• People still think that Biotechnology is only about biology. But that is not it seems to be. Knowledge of Mathematics adds up to be an important criterion to make your career in this field.
• According to My opinion, Who takes Biotech and Mathematics in their senior secondary level. The Biotechnology field gives benefits to you and helps to move ahead in the career in Biotechnology.

These are the Following Best option You can do After Btech. Biotechnology

Option #1: Pursue higher studies in Biotechology

If you’re interested in furthering your studies and becoming a noble person in the academe someday, this is where you should go. Clear the CSIR NET / GATE Exam, and immerse yourself in various opportunities in line with Biotech such as a Ph.D. in Biotech or Master’s Degree (MS) in Technology.  Clearing the CSIR NET / GATE exam will also enable you to pursue an MS Degree in leading institutes in India as well as foreign universities, especially in Singapore where Biotech is a thriving career option.

There are top-notch research institutes in Bangalore, Chennai, and New Delhi where you can pursue your doctoral studies in Biotech. The following are the top five universities that you can check.

National Center for Biological Sciences (NCBS), Bangalore

Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT, Madras)

International Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, New Delhi (Home – ICGEB)

Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore

Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Bangalore

Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology, New Delhi + Many more

Option #2: Study Ph.D. in Biotech in India or Abroad

Truth be told, the scope of Biotechnology in India is developing rapidly. Ph.D. in Biotech in India can be challenging but it will open up a lot of career options for you.

You can pursue Ph.D. Degree in India at top-notch institutions with scholarships after clearing some entrance exams. Click to know more about the Top 26 National Level Ph.D. Entrance Exams for Life Science.

Another option is to do your Ph.D. abroad. You can apply for a scholarship and finish your Ph.D. abroad. Big universities in the U.S. like Harvard University, Stanford University, and Yale University can offer you infinite research possibilities.

The QS World University Rankings in Biological Science will give you the top foreign universities that provide high-end research facilities for Biotechnology and Life Sciences Researches.

Option #3: Get a job in Research and Development (R&D)

If you’ve decided to take a year off before proceeding to some postgraduate studies, you can apply for a job in  Research and Development in India.

R&D is one of the best career options for Biotech students in India who want to get a job while looking for some inspiration to proceed with their MS or Ph.D. Sometimes, you just need to work on a piece of something before you discover what you’re truly passionate about.

Even though R&D is an interesting job, the bitter truth behind it is that it’s not as high-paying as you think. Fresh graduates start with minimum pay and will probably get their first salary hike after four to five years of working in the industry.

Promotions are also tough in this specific field but if you’re a hard worker, this wouldn’t be an issue.

Look out for Top R&D Jobs Here

Option #4: Apply for Teaching in your favorite Organization/university

If you have a passion for mentoring students, you can settle for a teaching job. People enter this profession because of good vacations, job security, and low pressures at work. The salary structure for fresh graduates is ultimately low but you can do further studies as you work, and get your promotions later.

To get a post as a lecturer in college universities, you must first clear the NET-LS (National Eligibility Test – Lectureship). In most cases, students who have outstanding NET Exam scores are eventually absorbed by prominent universities and offered high-paying positions.

Again, teaching is a profession by choice. If this isn’t your first choice, then don’t waste time thinking about it and go for what you’re passionate about.

Option #5: Get a job in Intellectual Property Research and Patenting

Surprisingly, only a few people in Biotech knew that this domain is even existing. Walking down memory lane, I’m sure you have one subject in Patents and Intellectual Property Rights during your college years.

Yes, a lot of people are saying that it’s boring. However, it’s one of the best career options you can try after graduating from Biotech. There are great patent firms in India that you can start with. For example, you can apply for a job as a KPO (Knowledge Process Outsourcing) then move slowly to more technical aspects of IP like a Patent Agent.

As you continue to work in Biotech IP, you’ll be exposed to legal matters in the firm in which you can also help. Who knows, you might want to divert your attention to getting a law degree? If that’s the case, this option could be a great stepping stone in becoming a Biotech Patent Lawyer.

Option #6: Apply in the government sector

Health, technology, and life sciences are still part of Biotechnology. So if you look at the government sector, there are a lot of job opportunities that you can grab.

The Biotech development in India is regulated under the Department of Biotechnology and the control of the Ministry of Science and Technology. These industries usually post job offers either on their premises or online for fresh graduates who are looking for both full-time and part-time jobs.

You just can’t expect to sit in high-level positions but working in the government is interesting because it gives lifetime security. Furthermore, you can also work in other government organizations and different autonomous institutions, or public health centers.

Option #7: Apply for a job in the private sector

The rapid advancement in Biotechnology has generated some of the best careers in science and pharmacology. Consequently, many people are attracted to the private sector because of the higher pay structure that most pharmaceutical industries offer.

If you are a Biotech fresh graduate, you can work in the manufacturing department or the research department. You can also apply as an intern in clinical research or partner with a researcher who’s developing a new medicinal product. Higher and highly technical positions are available for those who have a Master’s Degree and Ph.D.

Option #8: Apply for a Sales Job in Biopharma Industry

There are also some non-scientific jobs that you can work on like becoming a sales agent or medical representative. Some companies require a background in Biotech and other science just to have a good understanding of what they’re selling.

When you’re a sales agent, you will deal with people like students, techs, doctors, or pharmaceutical scientists.

Option #9: Become an entrepreneur

Believe it or not, but there’s a high chance that you can become an entrepreneur even if you’ve graduated in Biotech. Entrepreneurship is one of the highly praised Biotech career options for students who come from business-minded families.

If you do not want to work under the pressure of a fixed schedule, you can be your boss by starting up your own business. Biotech startups is a thriving economy in India.

Take inspiration from various startups. So if you’re inventive and creative, search for available funding from the Indian Government and present your Biotech innovation.

Option #10. Get a job in an IT company 

After Btech in Biotech, you can also apply for jobs in various pharmaceutical companies.

some of the Companies are

Dabur

Hindustan L.

Cipla

Rossari Biotech India Pvt.

Option #11: Work as a Laboratory Technician/Assistant

This is by far, the easiest job you can land right after a Bachelor’s Degree in Biotech.

Private and government universities offer a variety of jobs for lab managers and technical assistants. Most of these fields would require applicants to at least have a Bachelor’s Degree in Biotech. That means you don’t even have to get a Ph.D. in Biotech to get hired.

When you land a career in a laboratory, you can expect to do some lab chores, assist in collecting data from the various specimen, do some minor investigations, and work with lab equipment.

Conclusion

There you go… These are the best career options after completing Biotech that you can choose from. You still have a bright future ahead of you. Do your best in your chosen carrier and you’ll soon reap the benefits. Good luck!

                                

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