B.Voc in Biotechnology: Eligibility, Criteria, Scope, Benefits , Job Opportunities and Requirements : National Skill India Mission

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Biotechnology is an interdisciplinary field which includes subjects such as mathematics, physics, chemistry and engineering. This course consists of technologies to either create a new product or to modify an existing one.

An ideal candidate of this profession must be patient and should have an interest for laboratory work. Since biotechnology is redefining the boundaries of science, to become a part of such an advanced field you must own an inherent attitude of creativity and imagination.

Eligibility Criteria for B. Voc in Biotechnology

Students who have completed plus two are eligible to get admission in the B.Voc course generally.
Those who have qualified SSLC and completed two years of BSS Diploma course in Biotechnology are eligible to get direct admission to the second year of B. Voc course (3^rd semester).
Students who have completed Plus two and two years of BSS Diploma course in Biotechnology are eligible to get direct admission to the third year of B. Voc course (5^th semester).
Those who have qualified SSLC and completed one year of BSS Diploma course in BIO-Tec Technician are eligible to get admission to the B. Voc course.
Students who have completed Plus two and one year of BSS Diploma course in BIO-Tec Technician are eligible to get direct admission to the second year of B. Voc course (3^rd semester).

Course Duration

Three years for those who enter into the course generally.
Candidates who have completed relevant and equivalent course are possible to get admission through lateral entry scheme (For further reference check Eligibility criteria section).

Job Duties

create, conduct and monitor experiments using live organisms or bimolecular processes in a laboratory setting to solve problems, improve processes and develop new products
use scientific knowledge to follow different methodologies to achieve results
perform data analysis on your experiments and interpret findings to support scientific investigations
record and disseminate results accurately in reports and via presentations
set up, maintain and operate standard laboratory equipment and computers
work independently and collaboratively with other scientists
work to health, safety and environmental regulations and meet quality standards
Keep up to date with new advances in biotechnology to develop new techniques, products or practices.

Types of biotechnologist

environmental - detecting and controlling pollution and contamination in the environment, industrial waste, and agricultural chemicals, creating renewable energy and designing biodegradable materials to reduce humanity's ecological footprint
medical and health - using live organisms or biomolecular processes to develop and improve treatments, identify inherited diseases, cure certain disorders, and even lead to organ regeneration
industrial - using cloning and enzyme production to preserve and enhance the taste in food and drink, and developing enzymes to remove stains from clothing at lower washing temperatures
agricultural biotechnology - improving animal feed and genetically modifying crops to increase pest resistance and productivity
biofuels - using organic compounds to reduce the cost of bio-refining reagents and put biofuels on an equal footing with fossil fuels, and creating chemicals from renewable biomass to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
marine and aquatic biotechnology - increasing the yields of farmed fish and designing disease-resistant strains of oysters and vaccines against certain viruses that can infect fish.

B. Voc in Biotechnology: Who should opt?

Listed here are the skills that ideal students of the course would possess.

Student aspiring for career in Biotechnology should have a scientific aptitude and a keen interest in the biological sciences.
Some other aspects like problem solving skills, information technology skill, analyzing and interpreting skills are also essential for a successful career in this field.
The candidate should be methodical and patient by nature, able to work neatly and accurately and have a flair for laboratory work.
The ability to work independently is another important aspect. The knowledge of computers in work is a must.
an enquiring mind and the ability to work with abstract concepts
good hand-eye coordination and the ability to use technical equipment with accuracy
excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
the ability to analyze and interpret statistical and technical data

Job Positions

Biotechnology Expert
Business Development Executive
Laboratory Instructor
Senior Research Associate
Clinical laboratory technician.
Crime scene technician.
Biological supplies manufacturer.
Environmental technician.
Food safety technician.
Infectious disease researcher.
Biomedical laboratory technician.
Pharmaceutical research technician.

Working Environment

Work is often carried out in modern laboratories at hospitals, industrial lab units, factories or universities. You'll typically be working in sterile conditions and will need to wear protective clothing, such as a lab coat and safety glasses.
You'll usually conduct experiments individually but will sometimes work collaboratively to achieve a common goal. Sharing information with your supervisor and colleagues is typical, and you may also need to attend conference calls or international conferences and produce research papers.
Expect to use a range of standard and highly-specialized laboratory equipment and computerized machines to produce results, at times to a short deadline.

Top Recruiting Fields/Areas

Pharmaceutical Industry.
Agriculture & Crop.
Improvement industries.
Bioinformatics Sector.
Bulk Chemical Industries.
biotechnology and genetic engineering firms
food and drink manufacturers
environmental and conservation (sewage and waste treatment, fuel, pollutant degradation) companies
government and charity research institutes
horticulture and agriculture organisations (food and drink science)
NHS and private hospitals
pharmaceutical and chemical companies
private clinical research companies (genetics, disease detection, therapy, etc.)
universities.

Major recruiters

Tata Energy Research Institute
National Institute of Immunology
Centre of Cellular and Molecular Biology
National Botanical Research Institute

Advance Course

A student aspiring for more knowledge in the same or related domain can opt for higher studies in Master's degree.

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