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Research and study how traits are inherited from one generation to the next.

Geneticists research and study how traits are inherited. They design genetic experiments and publish research studies. They may also treat patients with genetic disorders.

Wages	$40.77 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Very Good
Education & Training	Not available is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Aquatic Biology/Limnology Biochemistry Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Biology Teacher Education Biology/Biological Sciences, General Biotechnology Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology Ecology Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Natural Sciences Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
On the Job	Work Activities Research diseases or parasites. Research genetic characteristics or expression. Analyze biological samples. Interpret research or operational data. Attend conferences or workshops to maintain professional knowledge. Prepare proposal documents or grant applications. Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations. Record research or operational data. Review professional literature to maintain professional knowledge. Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
Career Pathways	Science and Mathematics
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