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James - 
Microbiologist

Even though many of our graduates will have progressed in their careers since completing a case study, they are still of interest to students who wish to gain an understanding of the world of work.

About the job

Main responsibilities

Monitoring water quality by identifying contaminates (parasites, algae, dodgy smells).

Typical day

I spend my day filtering water samples, concentrating and staining samples and checking results through a microscope.

What do I enjoy about my job?

It's great to provide a service directly linked to public health.


Career information

Brief history since leaving University

This was my first job after university

Advice to students

My piece of advice to students

Be prepared to move to find the job you really want.


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Last updated: 08 Apr 2013