Science in Geoinformatics - Job Description

Bioinformaticians apply information technology to biological, medical, and health research. They use computational tools to gather and analyze data in fields such as population, biology, genetics, and pharmaceutical development. Careers related to bioinformaticians include biochemists, biophysicists, and medical scientists. A Ph.D. is usually required of these medical professionals. Those interested in this career path should be prepared to undertake a significant period of formal education and research.