Geneticist Science & Engineering Professionals
SaveWhat Does a Geneticist Do?
Geneticists study and focus their research on genetics. They analyse the fashion in which genes interact, operate, and inherit traits and characteristics. Based on their research, they attend patients with inherited diseases and conditions, congenital malformations, and genetic matters at large.
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Where Do I Start?
Genetics
The study of heredity, genes and variations in living organisms. Genetic science seeks to understand the process of trait inheritance from parents to offspring and the structure and behaviour of genes in living beings.
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Skills You Need to Become a Geneticist
Essential Skills
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EssentialGenetics knowledge
The study of heredity, genes and variations in living organisms. Genetic science seeks to understand the process of trait inheritance from parents to offspring and the structure and behaviour of …
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EssentialScientific Research Methodology knowledge
The theoretical methodology used in scientific research involving doing background research, constructing an hypothesis, testing it, analysing data and concluding the results.
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EssentialGenetic Engineering knowledge
Manipulation of the genetic material of an organism using methods that insert new DNA into or remove heritable material from the genome.
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EssentialMicrobiology-bacteriology knowledge
Microbiology-Bacteriology is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
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EssentialBiology knowledge
Tissues, cells, and functions of plant and animal organisms and their interdependencies and interactions with each other and the environment.
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EssentialBiotechnology knowledge
The technology that uses, modifies or harnesses biological systems, organisms and cellular components to develop new technologies and products for specific uses.
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EssentialLaboratory Techniques knowledge
Techniques applied in the different fields of natural science in order to obtain experimental data such as gravimetric analysis, gas chromatography, electronic or thermic methods.
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EssentialMedical Genetics knowledge
The diagnosis, types and treatment of hereditary disorders; a type of genetics which refers to the application to medical care.
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EssentialApply Scientific Methods skill
Apply scientific methods and techniques to investigate phenomena, by acquiring new knowledge or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.
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EssentialPerform Laboratory Tests skill
Carry out tests in a laboratory to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific research and product testing.
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EssentialPerform Scientific Research skill
Gain, correct or improve knowledge about phenomena by using scientific methods and techniques, based on empirical or measurable observations.
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EssentialReport Analysis Results skill
Produce research documents or give presentations to report the results of a conducted research and analysis project, indicating the analysis procedures and methods which led to the results, as well …
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EssentialDecide On Type Of Genetic Testing skill
Find the appropriate tests for a particular patient, considering tests on molecular genetics, cytogenetics, and specialised biochemistry.
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EssentialEvaluate Genetic Data skill
Evaluate genetic data by applying statistical calculations and analysing the results.
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EssentialInterpret Laboratory Data In Medical Genetics skill
Undertake diagnostic studies and biochemical genetic, cytogenetic, and molecular genetic analyses, interpreting the obtained laboratory data.
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EssentialUndertake Research In Medical Genetics skill
Undertake research to study patterns of genetic variation in human populations, the causes of these variations, and how they influence disease susceptibility, studying gene-gene and gene-environmental interactions in multifactorial diseases …
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OptionalPharmacology knowledge
Pharmacology is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
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OptionalVirology knowledge
The structure, characteristics, evolution and interactions of viruses and the diseases they cause.
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OptionalBotany knowledge
The taxonomy or classification of plant life, phylogeny and evolution, anatomy and morphology, and physiology.
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OptionalEcology knowledge
The study of how organisms interact and their relation to the ambient environment.
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OptionalGeneral Medicine knowledge
General medicine is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
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OptionalProfessional Documentation In Health Care knowledge
The written standards applied in the health care professional environments for documentation purposes of one`s activity.
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OptionalBiological Chemistry knowledge
Biological chemistry is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
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OptionalChemistry knowledge
The composition, structure, and properties of substances and the processes and transformations that they undergo; the uses of different chemicals and their interactions, production techniques, risk factors, and disposal methods.
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OptionalClinical Cytology knowledge
The science of the formation, structure, and function of cells.
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OptionalEmbryology knowledge
The normal development of the embryo, the aetiology of developmental anomalies such as genetic aspects and organogenesis and the natural history of abnormalities diagnosed before birth.
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OptionalImmunology knowledge
Immunology is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
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OptionalMolecular Biology knowledge
The interactions between the various systems of a cell, the interactions between the different types of genetic material and how these interactions are regulated.
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OptionalHistology knowledge
The microscopic analysis of cells and tissues.
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OptionalAnalyse Blood Samples skill
Analyse blood samples using computer-aided and manual techniques, looking for white or red blood cell abnormalities and other risk factors.
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OptionalArchive Scientific Documentation skill
Store documents such as protocols, analysis results and scientific data using archiving systems to enable scientists and engineers to take methods and results from previous studies into account for their …
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OptionalAssess Environmental Impact skill
Monitor environmental impacts and carry out assessments in order to identify and to reduce the organisation's environmental risks while taking costs into account.
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OptionalAssist In Clinical Trials skill
Work with fellow scientists on clinical trials in order to improve medical methods for preventing, detecting, diagnosing, or treating diseases.
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OptionalDevelop Pharmaceutical Drugs skill
Develop new therapeutic products according to the potential formulas, studies and indications recorded during the research process which involved also collaboration with physicians, biochemists and pharmacologists.
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OptionalDevelop Scientific Research Protocols skill
Develop and record the procedural method used for a specific scientific experiment in order to enable its replication.
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OptionalDevelop Scientific Theories skill
Formulate scientific theories based on empirical observations, gathered data and theories of other scientists.
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OptionalProvide Technical Expertise skill
Provide expert knowledge in a particular field, especially concerning mechanical or scientific subjects, to decision makers, engineers, technical staff or journalists.
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OptionalWrite Research Proposals skill
Synthetise and write proposals aiming to solve research problems. Draft the proposal baseline and objectives, the estimated budget, risks and impact. Document the advances and new developments on the relevant …
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OptionalWrite Scientific Papers skill
Present the hypothesis, findings, and conclusions of your scientific research in your field of expertise in a professional publication.
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OptionalAdvise On Prenatal Diagnosis For Genetic Diseases skill
Advise patients on reproductive options, including prenatal diagnosis or pre-implantation genetic diagnosis, and direct patients and their families to additional sources of advice and support.
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OptionalDevelop Patient Treatment Strategies skill
Consult with fellow doctors and scientists in order to find the appropriate and most effective treatment for each individual patient.
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OptionalDiagnose Genetic Diseases skill
Diagnose genetic disorders and congenital malformations, which may be caused by one or several abnormalities in the genome.
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OptionalLiaise With Genetic Laboratories skill
Maintain communication with genetic laboratories in order to obtain results on genetic testing.
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OptionalMaintain Genetic Registers skill
Maintain accurate genetic registers for a long period of time, as they continue to be relevant to patients` descendants` and succeeding generations.
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OptionalManage Ethical Dilemmas In Genetic Testing skill
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OptionalProvide Genetic Counselling skill
Provide patients affected by genetic diseases with support and help them manage their disease and improve their quality of life.
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OptionalTake Referrals For Genetic Testing skill
Receive patients who have been referred to genetic testing by other specialists, taking into account the patients` condition such as patients with birth defects, developmental delay, autism, epilepsy).
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OptionalUndertake Genetic Risk Assessment skill
Investigate patients or their relatives for genetic risks and recurrence risks.
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