As a result of the, you might find yourself  program offered by :

• performing technical and diagnostic work in research laboratories, hospitals and clinics,
• directing product development at a company creating products related to human health, or
• focusing on emerging pathogens as part of a government effort to stem bioterrorism.

Microbiologists are also essential to the food and beverage industry, where they play an essential role in quality control related to the production of beer, wine, cheese, bread and yogurt.  The biotechnology industry also relies on genetically engineered microorganisms as a means for removing toxic wastes and spills from the environment.