Career in Botany

            Botany is an important branch of biological sciences which is deals study of all about, not

only plants but also numerous derivatives and products of plant. Botany covered the area from basic knowledge of plants with scientific manner to chemistry, agriculture, forestry, biotechnology, etc. Without adequate knowledge about external and internal structural and functional events of plants we cannot gist actual vastness of botany subject and its allied subjects. But one who able to gather all aspects of basics of Botany may fix his career in this field or allied branches. Careers in Botany typically require a degree in plant sciences. Botany specialties may require advanced degrees. Among the many major tracks or options in botany programs are Plant Physiology, Ecology, Plant Genetics, and Systematic and Plant Pathology.

            There are several common career options for Under and Post- Graduates students in the field of Botany. Though these are all fall under the vast umbrella of Botany subject, many of these scientific careers blend with one another in areas of study or emphasis. In addition to the following positions, research and teaching positions are also common service sector for such degree holders in where one can make his brilliant future scenario.

1.      Plant Taxonomist

Plant Taxonomists organize species of plants into categories, after studying individual plants and grouping their species together based on similarities. A lot the species that they identify are representative of the established evolutionary relationships of plant groups. The student who likes to become plant taxonomist may concentrate their study each and every matters of taxonomic related issues. There are several fields where plant taxonomist is required. Example- Botanical Survey of Inida.

2.      Agronomist

These are soil and plant scientists who work to improve the yield of field crops like grains and cotton. They develop processes that assist farmers in growing more crops and preventing disease in them. Example- Jobs in agriculture and related fields.

3.      Ecologist

These scientists study plants interactions with the environment and other organisms. They study the ecosystems of plants with the goal of protecting them and solving environmental issues. Lots of ecology base project, organization etc.

4.      Mycologist

Traditionally, mycologists study fungi and how these damaging organisms injure plant life. Mycologists may also be grouped as a type of microbiologist owing to their study of bacteria and algae as they relate to microorganisms. Example- Plant Pathologist, Jobs in ICFRI, Rubber Board, Coffee Board, Tea Board etc.

5.      Plant Breeder

Plant breeders use traditional hybridizing and crossbreeding techniques, rather than genetic engineering, to improve plants for human uses as well as the environment. Plant breeders are a type of plant geneticist, and other geneticists may work more directly with the plant genomes. Example- Jobs in Agriculture

6.      Horticulturist

These individuals cultivate, grow and care for plants, ranging from fruits to flowers. They can work

in areas such as gardens, nurseries or tree orchards. Jobs in Agriculture etc

7.      Biophysicist

Biophysicists study the physical and mechanical energy of cells and living organisms. Within plants, they can determine how applicable medicine cures plant disease. Jobs in Research Institute, Laboratory, Educational Institute etc.

8.      Teaching jobs

 In its broadest sense, teaching is a process that facilitates learning. Teaching is the specialized application of knowledge, skills and attributes designed to provide unique service to meet the educational needs of the individual and of society. The choice of learning activities whereby the goals of education are realized in the school is the responsibility of the teaching profession. Botany graduate and post graduate individual may choose carrier as teacher in different level of academic institutes including from school, college and universities.

9.      Scientist jobs

A scientist is a person engaging in a systematic activity to acquire knowledge that describes and predicts the natural world. In a more restricted sense, a scientist may refer to an individual who uses the scientific method. The person may be an expert in one or more areas of science. A student who willing to dedicate himself in researches him may go for that. There are lots of departments or organization where Botany students are serving as scientist. Such organizations are- Rain Forest Research Institute, CSIR, DST, BIS, Tea Research Institute, BSI, Rubber Board, Coffee Board, Tea Board, Silk Board etc.

Other jobs

            Besides above mentioned specific jobs, Botany degree holder can apply any kind of common jobs like IAS, IPS, IFS, SSC, IUPAC, Banking sectors etc.

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