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I hv cleared my 10 2 just now... an i want to take up bsc-biotechnology as further studies..... i am little worried about job opportunities and pay package after Phd in the same in Public sector....... what may be the possible carrer options an salary package after Phd-in biotechnology????/

Career Opportunities available for Ph.D in Biotechnology completed Graduates:

After successful completion of Ph.D in Biotechnology, you may definitely find highly respectful job in any organization you may opt. You may find employment in the below fields,
* Bio-informatics
* Receptor Biology
* Formulations and Drug Delivery
* Cell Biology
* Drug Discovery
* Clinical Research
* Bio-analytical Chemistry
* Bio Process Engineering
* Research and Development Departments
* Teaching Profession in Colleges/ Universities

As there is growing demand for Ph.D in Biotechnology candidates, you may find very good number of job opportunities in the above fields.

Salary Range:

@ For Research Scientist - Rs.470000/- to Rs.2500000/-

@ For Senior Research Scientist - Rs.550000/- to Rs.1220000/-

Mainly you will get job in pharmaceutical companies after completion of your biotechnology studies. For PH.D candidates there are jobs in academics and research. You can get opportunity as JRF and SRF according to your qualification in various research projects. There are not many government jobs in this field so you have to apply for job in private companies. If you want government jobs then you can clear exams like NET to become lecturer in government colleges.