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Biochemist

Overview

Biochemists study chemical compounds and processes in living things, improving food nutrition and developing life-saving treatments through scientific research.

Description

  • Perform laboratory investigations on chemical compounds and biological processes.
  • Design laboratory experiments to test scientific theories and hypotheses.
  • Check workflows like cell and tissue sample collection, storage, and analysis to test procedures.
  • Record and analyse laboratory results.
  • Join research conferences.

Entry requirements

  • You'll need at least a Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry or related field to get started.

Salary

$4,300 – 7,100

/mo

Salary ranges are estimated based on public information found on Singaporean job portals, including MyCareersFuture, MySkillsFuture. Updated as of 2026.

Trivia

Biochemists do analysis and research about how drugs and food affect biological processes. Their work directly impacts medicine and nutrition.

What to expect

You'll research biological systems as both scientist and detective, figuring out life at molecular level. Be curious. Teamwork and communication will also be key.

Soft
skills

Active Learning

Able to comprehend how new scientific information affects both current research and future problem-solving approaches.

Critical Thinking

Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of different solutions, conclusions, or approaches.

Problem-Solving

Able to identify complex scientific problems and review information to develop and implement solutions.

Science and Mathematics

Have deep understanding of biochemical processes and analytical skills for interpreting data.

Quality Control Analysis

Skilled in conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality and performance standards.

Laboratory Instrumentation

Skilled in lab techniques like chromatography, spectroscopy, and electrophoresis for scientific analysis.

Hard
skills

Frequently asked questions

They may work as research assistants or research scientists. With advanced degrees, they may also become pharmacists or doctors.

Chemists work to design new drug molecules, while biochemists try to understand the biological processes taking place in living organisms.

They use various scientific techniques including spectroscopy, chromatography, and electrophoresis to analyse biological samples and compounds.

Samples include biological tissues, blood and serum, DNA and RNA, proteins and enzymes, and cell cultures for various research purposes.

Properly collecting and preserving samples is crucial for accurate results. They must ensure samples are collected in sterile conditions, stored correctly, and protected from contamination.