Scientist

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12th (PCM/PCMB Compulsory)

• Admission into the B. Tech/B.Sc./Pharma course is based on the candidates’ performance in the college/university-specific examination (if specified). However, it may vary from college to college; check the particular college rules and regulations before applying.

• To become a SCIENTIST, a candidate should graduate with B. Tech/B.Sc./Pharma.
• It is a four years/3 years/4 years - undergraduate degree course.

• Admission into the M. Tech/M. Sc./M. Pharma course is based on the candidates’ performance in the college/university-specific examination (if specified). However, it may vary from college to college; check the particular college rules and regulations before applying.

• After graduation, students must obtain a postgraduate degree like M. Tech/ M. Sc./M. Pharma is the relevant field from any recognized college or university.
• The duration of postgraduate courses like M. Tech/ M. Sc./M. Pharma will be for two years.

• Admission into the Ph. D (Doctor of Philosophy) course is based on the candidates’ performance in the university-specific examination (if specified). However, it may vary from university to university; check the particular university rules and regulations before applying.

• Admission into the Ph. D course can also be done by various entrance exams like CSIR UGC NET, UGC NET, NCBS JGEEBILS, and DBT JRF biotech entrance exam. A valid GATE scorecard is required to pursue a Ph.D. in Engineering and Technology.

Official Website for Registration to CSIR UGC NET Exam:  https://csirnet.nta.nic.in/

• After post-graduation completion, students must obtain a Ph.D. program to get a doctorate in the relevant field from any recognized university.
• The duration of the Ph.D. program will be 3 to 5 years.

• After completing the master’s degree and Ph.D., the candidate can apply for multiple research institutes or labs to attain higher education, i.e., a postdoctoral degree.
• Candidates can start working in various institutions or organizations across the country.

Who is a Scientist?

     A scientist is a person who conducts scientific research to advance knowledge in an area of interest. Scientists may make hypotheses, test them through various means, such as statistics and data and formulate conclusions based on the evidence. There are several types of scientists, and nearly every industry requires the knowledge and research performed by these professionals. Scientists aim to find measurable data through various analysis and testing methods. The most commonly used method in science is the scientific method. This procedure is used to amass measurable evidence based on a hypothesis.   

Job Responsibilities of a Scientist

• The prime responsibility of a scientist is to practice science ethically and to contribute their knowledge, findings, and developments to the public.
• Scientist conducts and communicates their scientific work with integrity.
• A scientist conducts scientific research to advance knowledge in an area of interest.
• The Scientist does planning and conducts experiments.

Career Scope of a Scientist

      The increasing popularity and explosive growth have generated various job opportunities in the field of research and development.

• Scientists are mainly required in various fields like agriculture, social science, physical science, engineering, technology, space research, etc.
• There are plenty of job opportunities for Scientists in government and private organizations. With a Ph. D degree, the candidate can also work s Scientist in India and abroad.
• Some of the job profiles of Scientists:

• Archaeologists
• Astronomers
• Biologists
• Earth Scientists
• Food Scientists and many more….

In India, various organizations provide opportunities for scientists are:

• Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO)
• Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)
• Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)
• Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)
• Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)
• Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
• Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
• National Research Development Corporation (NRDC)

    Salary/Income of a Scientist

     At an entry-level, a Scientist can earn approximately Rs. 5 lacs to 6 lacs per year. Although there is no maximum salary limit for scientists, scientists can surpass the limits with good experience in the relevant field.