Any Geneticist tips?

Hi Sean,

If you want to become a geneticist, you first need to determine if this career path is a good fit for you. If the following description sounds like you, then you’re probably well suited for a career as a geneticist:

Those who become geneticists are strong in academics and are emotionally stable, as this is required to complete short and long-term tasks. They must be interested in biology and genetics, and have an aptitude for mathematics. Geneticists must also be manually dexterous in order to utilize specialized equipment and conduct experiments. They must be comfortable working in a laboratory setting, and communicating their findings and opinions to others.

A genetics degree can lead to a career in scientific research or industry, as well as equipping you with transferable skills for a range of alternative jobs...

Job options
Jobs directly related to your degree include:

Clinical research associate
Healthcare scientist, genetics
Healthcare scientist, immunology
Pharmacologist
Research scientist (life sciences)
Research scientist (medical)
Scientific laboratory technician

Most careers relating to genetics are based in the health services, so employers tend to be hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and universities.

As genetic-based technology develops, opportunities arise in food and drink companies, health and beauty care, biotechnology, and research and consultancy companies. The government-sponsored research councils have laboratories that recruit scientists, but usually following a higher degree. For more information, see Research Councils UK .

Graduates may consider opportunities in industries related to biological sciences, e.g. biotechnology companies, agricultural and horticultural companies. Many also use their skills in unrelated fields, such as business, finance and retail.

http://www.prospects.ac.uk/options_genetics.htm
http://www.academicinvest.com/science-careers/biology-careers/how-to-become-a-geneticist

Good Luck!