Bioinformatics
The process of application of computer technology to analyze or understand the information stored in biological data is called bioinformatics. Bioinformatics is an emerging field and it merges mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering to biology. Bioinformatics professionals develop techniques, tools, strategies and IT systems to analyze and interpret multifaceted biological data like the one which is acquired from biomedical studies.
Role Desciption
Bioinformatics professionals use computer to collect, compile, segregate, store and study the biochemical and biological data. These professionals also study large molecular information sets for research. Also these professionals help in preparing research reports. Bioinformatics also work towards creating and developing software applications for a specific requirement, device creative computational strategies and tools for research purposes. Also they coordinate and network with various other departments for the development and advancement of products
Eligibility
Route to Bioinformatics Profession
| Route 1 | 10+2 with Science Stream(PCMB) |
| B.E./B.Tech in CS/ IT/biological Sciences | |
| M. Tech in Bio Informatics | |
| PhD for 3-5 years | |
| Route 2 | 10+2 with Science stream |
| B.Sc. (Hons) in Bioinformatics/B.Sc. (Hons) Biological Sciences/ B.Sc.(Hons) in Life Sciences for 4 years | |
| M.Sc. Bioinformatics | |
| Ph. D. in Bioinformatics |
Significant Statistics
- Admission to B.Sc. Bioinformatics (Hons) in some colleges and universities is subject to their independent entrance test or performance in previous class.
Pros/Cons
Pros
- Best profession for candidates who like dealing with logic and have problem solving skills
- Chance to lead advanced projects on research
- Fast growing field with numerous research opportunities
- Opportunity to earn well for skilled professionals
Cons
- Academic journey is too long as PhD is preferred
- Immense knowledge, aptitude and training is required
- Long working hours
- A lot of laboratory work is required
Leading Professions
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Bioinformatics Analyst
These professionals build up informatics algorithms and database for bioinformatics by conducting research in laboratories and this helps in understanding numerous diseases and more health conditions.
8.0LPA
Medical Coding
The professionals that cater to coding of healthcare compensation that patient seek from insurance companies and under government healthcare programs are medical coders.
3.0LPA
Pharmaceutical Companies
For research purposes and for the manufacturing of medicines, bioinformatics graduates are hired by the Pharmaceutical firms.
15.0LPA
Bioinformatics Research
The major area of work for bioinformatics professionals is research and therefore, qualified bioinformatics graduates are hired at various government organizations, private laboratories, and so on.
25.0LPA
Scientific Writer
Spreading awareness and educating masses about various biological issues is also one of the work arenas for bioinformatics. Writers and journalists having studied science subjects can be hired as bioinformatics writers by journals, online magazines, blog writing or print or electronic media networks.
6.0LPA
Computational Biologist
Computational biologists apply computational techniques to analyze biological data and model biological processes.
10.0LPA
Biostatistician
Biostatisticians help the medical field make data-driven decisions through mathematical analysis. He applies mathematics and statistical methods to answer questions in medicine, public health, biology and similar fields.
5.0LPA
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Career Path
Route 1
4 Steps
Skills
Recruitment Area
Private corporations ,
Universities and Colleges ,
research agencies ,
Government organizations .
Recruiters
National Institute of Health ,
Genotypic Technology ,
Aptuitinformatics ,
GANIT Labs ,
Strand Life Sciences ,
CytoGenomics ,
BioImageneIndia ,
Accelrys Software Solutions .
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Recruitment Area
Private corporations ,
Universities and Colleges ,
research agencies ,
Government organizations .
Recruiters
National Institute of Health ,
Genotypic Technology ,
Aptuitinformatics ,
GANIT Labs ,
Strand Life Sciences ,
CytoGenomics ,
BioImageneIndia ,
Accelrys Software Solutions .
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