How to Become a Microbiologist | Tips, Skills you need, Salary, What it's like

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This video has been requested a few times so I hope this is helpful to those who asked!
This video is obviously VERY long, but no fluff. Just lots of detail.
Timestamps are below
1:14 - My job title/What I do, other microbiology jobs
2:52 - My journey to becoming a microbiologist (undergrad, grad school, how I got into a research lab)
6:47 - Tips while in school to become a microbiologist (studying, join a lab/do research, mentors)
11:19 - Salary
12:43 - Day-to-Day life (structure, dress attire, hours, pace, BSL2 vs BSL4, meetings)
18:32 - Skills required
27:57 - Pros and cons
If you still have questions, comment down below!
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@PoleToPoleTravel 4 года назад

This video made me realize that this isn't the science degree I'm going to pursue. And that's okay, I'm really happy this video exists so people can make decisions.

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

Love that!! I'm glad it helped you and best of luck to you whichever path you take! ❤️

@emilykozak7249 3 года назад

I’m Interested in Marine Biology, but it’s nice to see other people in the Scientific/Biology field. Even though I haven’t even started High school.

@fabiashii Год назад

@@emilykozak7249 I'm in high school this year and it's great to see people being concerned about their lives at such a young age. We surely will shine.

@giblebound 4 месяца назад

sounds good to me :)

@skyezalenski5743 3 года назад

I'm a microbiologist working in pharmaceuticals so i just found this video randomly and its really interesting seeing another microbiologist from a different discipline!

@hasnam9839 2 года назад

Hi .. Iam very glad to become a microbiologist. But I am a Zoology graduate . If I do masters in microbiology , can I work as a microbiologist in medical laboratory??

@patanrahimrahim1945 2 года назад

What is the salary ...?

@ceciliagodinez7145 7 месяцев назад

Hii, to work in pharmaceuticals did you study a second major? I am a microbiology major and I am still deciding to study Pharmacology or Pathology as a second major...

@MrKinkysloth 4 года назад

I’m 27, I’m deciding to head back to school. Haven’t been the best at math; but i definitely always had a knack for science and such. Heavily considering going this route

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

You would have to take some math classes (and chemistry which involves math), but I don't use mat heavily in my career

@TrapHut 3 года назад

Do it!

@gugulethukheswa4605 2 года назад

Don't decide gooo

@Brian-nl7xr Год назад

@@LivinglikeLeila I struggle some at math. Do you think that it will impede my goals in getting a degree in biology or microbiology? edit: Chemistry is not a struggle for me, I love the class. (I'm in highschool)

@TheDroidz1 4 года назад

Your smile brought me here, great story worth listening too!

@shexhwahwa2525 2 года назад

Gee, thanks so much🙏 I'm looking for a career in Biology. This was very helpful, and don't worry yourself, the vid was long enough😁

@abbyrenaissance6727 3 года назад

This is such a helpful video! Thank you so much for this content, I'll be viewing it more than once for sure!

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

Thank you Abby!

@sashawetmore9173 3 года назад

Thank you so much for this in-depth video about pursuing microbiology! You have made me so excited to explore this option since I’ll be going post-bac in some sort of biology-based area!

@contradictorybleu4284 4 года назад

This was super helpful!! Not all of it was new information of course as I've had some good mentors already in my time as an undergraduate, but thank you so much.

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for letting me know 😊

@MacyPooh196 Год назад

I’m a pre-vet major. However after taking a microbiology class for my major, I really fell in love with the lab work. If veterinary school doesn’t work out I really want to pursue microbiology.

@kevperez7229 4 года назад

Thank you so much for posting this. It genuinely relieved alot of anxieties I had about my future, and its nice to know that there’s a broad spectrum of fields to go in with microbio. Coincidentally I’m planning to go in a very similar route to your own, currently as a microbio BS student aiming towards environmental research. Happy for you to have found a top tier crew to work with, best of luck in all your endeavors 😌

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

Thank you and same to you! I'm glad it was helpful for you. Let me know if you have any questions throughout your journey I'd be happy to help!

@sweetliketulip 3 года назад

Thank you SO much for making this video so detailed and informative! I am currently studying intro to bio and I keep catching myself in awe over the way cells function. This video definitely confirmed my interest in pursuing a career in microbiology!

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

Yay!! It can be quite fun and interesting! Thank you for watching 😊

@miriamdiaz5318 3 года назад

Hi Leila! I really want to thank you for this video that was very helpful for me. I'm from Mexico but I've been living in the States for a couple of years. I've been trying to figured out how I can get experince in this country and I think you gave me some ideas. I hope you post more videos related with microbiology. Thank you again :)

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

Best of luck!! Thank you for watching. And I will definitely make more videos once I can go back to work again!

@andrewinspirational5031 7 месяцев назад

Am probably late but am happy to see the positive impacts thats in the comment section am currently a final year student Persuing my Bachelor's degree in Microbiology undergraduate. It has been fine and Awesome.

@georgeprince3840 2 года назад

I am a first-year majoring in Microbiology and biochemistry, and seeing this video has given me hope hence my interest was to find different fields I could possibly work in and yeppp it has indeed motivated me as a Young South African.

@LivinglikeLeila 2 года назад

Thanks for watching George! Good luck on your ventures!

@yogitaaaa 4 года назад

I m in 9th standard and still while thinking this as my carrer is such an amazing feeling ❤❤❤

@vv1034 3 года назад

Same here mate!

@santiagoguerrero4705 3 года назад

Hi I'm from Ecuador. I really like your videos because I learn more about English. I study renewable natural resources engineering, I love microbiology, ecology, limnology, geographic information systems. I am about to finish my career. You are very beautiful and intelligent. I love you. I will learn more the language watching you and listening to you in your videos.

@kamogelom767 3 года назад

lol i didn't even notice it was 40 minutes long. very interesting and informative. thank you so much.

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

Glad it helped!! Thanks for letting me know 😊

@mariajey8117 4 года назад

This video soo cool. Thank you for it ❤️

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

Thank you 😊

@girlinblue2738 4 года назад

I wished there were more individuals enrolling as biology and chemistry majors where I'm studying. Both departments' have less than 30 students in all levels and it's disparaging to say the least. It's wonderful to hear that you found microbiology as your discipline when you were so far along the path towards graduating. Seeing this has definitely made me more comfy with my major (chem) cuz I personally enjoy it even if that means I'll have to do supplemental studying in the States in order to start working as a chemist or whatever I think will be my career over there. Just goes to show that you can be doing great in college but not so sure where you'll be headed afterwards with all of that greatness. Best video I've found on the topic of careers in sciences/microbio (beats all career day talks that I had to sit thru for all of high school. ps they all turned out to be physician conventions cuz everyone was wearing designer dresses under white coats as their uniform. )

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

Wow that is really low! It's a pretty common major here but most people either change their major or are doing it to become a doctor of some sort. I'm glad this was helpful for you! 😊 In college I took a career seminar class and it was mostly doctors coming in to speak each week but I knew I didn't want to do that so it wasn't very helpful lol

@Slayinkings1994 3 года назад

Thanks for posting this video !! I just got a job with a company in Canada for a Microbiology technician position. Im currently taking a 1 year program relating to the field and ended up landing the job before graduating this June. This video was super informative knowing what im about to be experiencing and getting into.

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

Thanks for watching, I'm glad it was helpful! Congrats and good luck! 😊

@chubbypanda3398 6 месяцев назад

Hey ! A bit late but I have some questions for you ? Iam an international student applying for my undergrad in Canada , I just wanted to know the prospects there , the course that I choose is biotechnology If you could ans some of my quieries then it would be helpful!!

@natsudragneelll3454 3 года назад

Just discovered you channel now and become your fan. I'm also a Bsc.2nd year in microbiology and your speech means alot. This past years I been confuse what to do after and many more. Now I got some confidence and I'm really happy seeing many people talking about our scope in the comments section. Keep sharing and helping us💜

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

Glad to hear it, thank you!!

@sab4259 3 года назад

I guess you live in india so I wanna ask you a question ...if I'm done with my 12th grade then what will the first approach to enter into the field of virologist ( without doing mbbs) I mean is it possible to become a virologist by doing bsc and msc ???

@ninnithachowdary1819 3 года назад

@@sab4259 I have the same question ...and I am a indian..did you find answer for our question ..🤔

@fader1912 4 года назад

I’m a Biomed student in the uk and this was a great insight. Much appreciated. I’m currently just looking at my options and know the pathway to a consultant role here but it’s nice to hear a more personal experience of someone, even if it’s abroad. I don’t know if I want to become a microbiologist but I just know that I want to learn everything that’s in front of me right now and that’s the best advise I can give to everyone to be honest

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

That's a good plan! There are sooo many areas of biology so it's pretty cool to have options and actually know about them! Good luck 😊

@fader1912 4 года назад

Living like Leila thank you and great content. Keep grinding! (Edit) in fact has your role changed or your plan recently?

@shanegikami2716 4 года назад

Hi I’m consider biomed, May I ask what you took for your A levels and what grades were required for you to get accepted

@melissaann2024 Год назад

Thank you for this video. I am finishing up my AA degree and prerequisites to transfer for my bachelor's in Microbiology at UF. Right now I am working as a certified medical assistant at a family medicine office. Listening to advice, I am definitely going to look into finding something on the internship level once I get into the UF microbiology program to get hands-on experience. I absolutely love microbiology and learning everything about microbiology and how microorganisms go about their processes.

@v0id3333 Год назад

did you end up doing it? i am considering microbio at UF but im not sure. especially about the difference in CALS & CLAS. i think ill settle for CALS tho. can you tell me more if you ended up transferring to UF? thanks

@melissaann2024 Год назад

@@v0id3333 I’m still finishing up my AA degree. I have about 2-3 semesters left at fscj. But my advisor told me that it’s alright to go ahead start looking over the application and getting stuff filled out and ready.

@alia-xj5lv 4 года назад

My boyfriend wants to become a microbiologist and I’m trying to understand why he’s so drawn to it, of all the videos I’ve watched on this yours is the most informative. Thank u!

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

Thanks for letting me know 😊It can be a pretty interesting field to go into!

@raindrops4162 3 года назад

@@LivinglikeLeila is there jobs and Salary package

@Scott-gl4zz 3 года назад

Thank u for this vid! Senior in high school here (actually applying to GSU among other schools since im in fulton lol) and I am very interested in the field of microbiology! Very informative vid; ap bio really drew me towards this kind of science even tho I despise physics and math. Good luck in your career/navigating the rest of this pandemic!!

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

Awesome, GSU is great for biology! If you end up going there let me know and I can tell you about the professors lol. Thank you and good luck to you as well!

@Dog_Association 3 года назад

@@LivinglikeLeila you’re so nice to ur commenters

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

@@Dog_Association of course! They're supporting me/being kind to me too!

@e.a252 21 день назад

Did you ever pursue microbiology? I just graduated highschool and im considering pursuing this career!

@aime1758 3 года назад

I'm currently studying Biology at college and I really want to become a microbiologist. Thank you for sharing this with the world!

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

Thank you for watching! 😊Best of luck to you!

@angelsvasquez5412 3 года назад

@@LivinglikeLeila I am also a biology major, sophomore, and I am really stressed because I don't know if I should change my major to a specific biology..

@Rio_sk 3 года назад

My dream job. Sadly I wasn't serius and was a dumb and lazy kid in primary school and for the first two years of secondary school. But the last 2 years of secondary school I fell in love with microbiology and the lab work and now I'm in process of writing a college diploma. Hopefully I'll get a job as a microbiology lab technician in a pharma company in my country. Wish I was more serius and hardworking in school as a kid.. Btw great video, so much useful tips for future generations. Hope you're safe and well during this pandemic bs.

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

I had a friend in college who had a 2.0 GPA the first 2 years then he improved, got his Masters, and now he's in Medical school! So I'm sure you'll do great!! And thank you!

@Rio_sk 2 года назад

@@LivinglikeLeila thank you for your kind words. I know nobody asked, but I just wanted to do an update. I actually got my diploma, and passed with a 9 (Idk how I didn't get a 10 I worked my ass off..). On 8th of April will be 10 months since I started working in a lab of some local company. I mastered the chemistry departement in 3 months and now I mastered the microbiology departement. So I'm basicaly chemistry/microbiology lab analyst. Just wanted to make a follow up, since your videos inspired me and motivated me alot. 😄 Just wanted to end it with a big THANK YOU and hope your doing well. Much love from Europe.

@ludyjordan8115 4 года назад

Hi! I'm from the Philippines and I'm currently using my mom's laptop and YT account. I am planning to specialized in Microbiology next year (hopefully, I'll make) and stumbling upon your YT channel is the wisest decision I've ever made. You really made good points and covered almost all of the details I really wanted to hear from a legitimate microbiologist (just like you!). I'm kinda feel wired but at the same time, very excited about this field. I hope that I'll make it through and pursue what I want. Very nice to meet you, Leila!

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

That's great!! I'm glad you found it helpful and I wish you luck on your journey! Science is fun 😊

@ludyjordan8115 4 года назад

@@LivinglikeLeila thank you!

@akirenuj 4 года назад

Hello! I came across your comment while watching Leila's video and I'd like to share that I'm a microbiologist also from the Philippines. Feel free to ask me about Microbiology degree here in the Philippines. Would love to share some insights and hoping that I can help you out. Go Micro! ❤️🔬

@avigaming1337 2 года назад

Thanks leila very helpful information in my cerrear guidance

@LivinglikeLeila 2 года назад

Thank you for watching!

@brijayejaye5464 3 года назад

Your life is everything! I just graduated, I majored in Microbiology. There were not many opportunities in Jamaica, I was worried because I didn't want to leave my country but surprisingly I got contacted for an interview in Food microbiology. Just like you, I go with the flow I just wish I had more experience.

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

Congrats on graduating and getting a job!! That will allow you to gain more experience so don't worry!

@jahnandowisdom511 3 года назад

I’m in Jamaica and I’m planning to major in Microbiology however idk what I should minor in. Do you think it’s a good choice?

@brijayejaye5464 3 года назад

@@jahnandowisdom511 Well, you have a lot of options, if you want to focus on: Medical Microbiology, you can minor in Immunology, Anatomy, or courses along that line. Food Microbiology and minor in Food chemistry, food/ Agro-processing, food safety, etc. Environmental microbiology, and minor in Geography, Wastewater Treatment, Ecology, Climate change, etc. Speak with your lectures so that you can get a better understanding to make informed decisions. Also, the program exposes you to all aspects of Microbiology so you can feel it out for yourself. 👍

@jahnandowisdom511 3 года назад

Thanks a lot it truly appreciated

@swagata_mazumder_00 2 года назад

can I ask how much do you get paid?

@zakariazaki7513 Год назад

Thanks for video keep going 🤠 greeting from Morocco

@mahaswetasarkar7003 4 года назад

Thank you for your tips... I also want to be a microbiologist.. Thank you so much once again ❤💖

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

Thanks for watching 😊

@serenitybeats1677 4 года назад

Currently here with my existential crisis unsure of what my job should be

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

I know it's so hard 😔 Are you in college yet? Honestly it's such a tough decision to make at 17/18 and if I were to rewind time I would honestly have gone into something different. Not because microbiology is bad, but because I love other areas more. You can always change OR at least start side hustles in things you're passionate about like I do!

@angelusvastator1297 3 года назад

@@LivinglikeLeila Would it be best to double major in this case? Btw what's your other passion?

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

@@angelusvastator1297 Not necessarily, but I suppose that is one way to find out what you want to do. Just avoid debt (student loans) as much as you can!! Also look into careers that are growing and well-paying. It can make a big difference. My other passions are health, fitness, and finances!

@FavourNwakanma-q2j 25 дней назад

For my masters, can I switch over to nursing ? Am favour from Nigeria,. Am a microbiologist, undergrad student

@MissPinaii 4 года назад

You mentioned it was quite slow unless there’s an outbreak. Since the coronavirus, has things changed up in the lab?

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

Good question! Personally I don't work on the outbreak team, but the work for others at my job has definitely increased, yes! My project wouldn't be impacted by things like that luckily 😊

@darkmage4050 2 года назад

thanks for the video! i just hope its possible to move from chemistry to microbiology just to have more possibilities and cause i love both chemistry and microbiology

@lydiaale3505 3 года назад

Twas a job well done... I can tell you know what you are and exactly what you do.. Am. not into Science thing.. Just crious to listen and I learned a lot. Thank you.. Be extra careful wth experiments.. God bless. STAY SAFE.. 🙏🙏🙏

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

Thank you!!

@anis-re9dy 3 года назад

currently in my first year degree of microbes and wish to be a microbiologist like u too! really takes a lot of efforts by doing online classes these days 😣

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

Aw I'm sure online classes are tough 😕 I know I wouldn't like them. I hope this all ends soon so you can get hands on experience! Good luck!

@a.malcom8869 3 года назад

Hi madam you spoke on getting a job in microbiology as being a major problem and that discouraged me on my choice of becoming one

@morganmiller6477 4 года назад

I’m so glad I found you. I’m interested in environmental microbiology. I am super interested in phages. I’m super scared of going to school. I’ve just been working as a Colorist until I figure out what I wanted to do with my life. University scares me, I fast tracked through high school (graduated in 2 years) and didn’t take any advanced classes. I’m worried I’m behind, Especially being out of school for a while. Any advice on setting my self up better beforehand? I’ve been reading a lot of material on bacteria and phages although they are not scientific papers.

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

You're probably smart considering you finished school early, so you should be fine going to college even if you took time off. I only learned about phage in one class before I started my career. I did research on fungi in grad school so it's not a big deal if you're not an expert in any area. I will say that a biology degree requires LOTS of studying... that was the case for me anyway but you're definitely not behind. I would just be sure you actually want to do research or medical because you can't do much with a bio/ science degree otherwise

@aliciajan8033 4 года назад

Hello Leila, thank you for this helpful video! I love biology and I'm thinking of taking microbiology (degree) then immunobiology (masters). However, I do struggle badly with organic chem! Do you have to learn alot about organic chemistry in your degree & masters?

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

I took the classes (Orgo 1 and 2 plus the labs and then biochemistry), but I don't really use that detailed on information for my work now. Get a good study group for those classes and seriously study for them and you'll be ok!

@a.malcom8869 3 года назад

I love the career so so much

@PeachyBabeX 3 года назад

Thank you so much for sharing. I am located in California, so there are more opportunities, but not too many people who can give me an insight on the experience as a public health microbiologist.

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

I've applied in California before! They do seem to have a lot of positions. Do you know if the pay is high enough to comfortably live there?

@PeachyBabeX 3 года назад

@@LivinglikeLeila I live in the Central Valley. The pay in Central Valley is 30$-40$ depending on experience. In the Bay Area you get pay more due to living expenses too. In my opinion, I think that is good enough.

@cutie7659 2 года назад

@@PeachyBabeX 30k-40k is annually, right?

@sourmitadas5180 4 года назад

Greeting from India! This video is so helpful. Thank you for this video. Actually i passed class 12 and I'm in dilemma whether to pursue microbiology or not like in India scope is less so I'm really confuse right now what to do should I pursue or not.

@chetuu2236 2 года назад

So u pursue this course or not ? And how is the experience .... I have completed my 12th ....I wanna know .. I'm also from india...

@akirenuj 4 года назад

I'm a Microbiologist from the Philippines and it's amazing hearing perspective from another country. Thank you for enlightening a lot of people how cool Microbiology is. There's still so much to discover and to learn about out tiny friends. Hoping to work/collaborate with other people and cultures within our field in the future. Take care! ❤️🔬

@akirasantos5187 4 года назад

Hello po Gusto ko po maging microbiologist. Grade 12 na po ako next year. Ano po kukunin kong course? Biology po ba muna? Tapos bago maging microbiologist?

@akirenuj 4 года назад

@@akirasantos5187 hello! So cool to hear from you! I'm glad you're taking interest in the field. May microbiology degrees offered in our country such as in UST, UP and SLU (if I'm not mistaken) and others. Check also if it's BS Microbiology or BS Biology Major in Microbiology because in the latter, you will be offered bio courses but I think it's in the 3rd year when you have to decide what major you should take. However if you opt for BS Micro, then may foundation ng Bio then Micro agad after 1st year. Not sure though because I believe there is already a change in the curriculum regarding specialization in micro which is extremely great also. Check also in terms of tuition ng universities kung ano ang kaya. Don't be shy to ask pa if you have more questions. 😊

@baemax5769 4 года назад

Hello po! I enrolled myself po in BS Bio in Microbio programme po. Paano po ba like maging Food Micro po?

@akirenuj 4 года назад

@@baemax5769 that would most definitely come into play when you look for your internship, or thesis, where you have to decide or think which field you'd like. But for the most part, it's what you do after you graduate. Do you apply in a food manufacturing company or do your master's under food micro and stuff like that. We don't have anything food micro specific in terms of our curriculum - only a couple of subjects, because we're all shown all parts of microbiology equally in our undergrad. I think you will be greatly interested in food safety - something to look forward to. But definitely there is a lot of opportunity for food micro here in our country! Go for it! 🙂

@briarrosee666 4 года назад

@@akirenuj hi! mind if i ask po, is BS Micro better than BS Bio major in Micro? i'll be turning 3rd year in college (BS Bio), i chose to major in medical biology before but i really don't think being a future doctor is for me lol, so i told my instructor i'll transfer to microbiology. after i graduate, pwede na ba agad maka-take ng board exams? ano po ba ma-eexpect ko? sorry for the long comment hehe

@joshuaestrada6042 3 года назад

I'm a high schooler who is interested in doing this in a medical context. What advice do you have? What kind of person do you need to be? Is it very demanding? Is it harder than doctors? Is it easier? What schools should I consider applying?

@tanvispassionhub4743 4 года назад

I am hard working and preparing myself like you hope that one day I will be a microbiologist. Now presently I am in 10 th standard .prey for me. I am from INDIA .lots of love to you🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗😊😊😊😊

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

Best of luck to you!

@piyushchaturvedi632 4 года назад

Thanks ♥️🙏

@lilahranz8258 4 года назад

I’m a 10th grade high school student and have been so interested in microbiology for quite a while. I love this video and I was just wondering if you have any advice to gain experience and or start networking in this field as a young high school student.

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

Hm good question. It may be more challenging as a high school student but maybe you could find students/professors in labs and ask if you could volunteer/shadow? It may be basic work for a bit but you could potentially observe. In the mean time you could learn about various areas of research online/through reading scientific articles.

@yuna2799 2 года назад

Off topic- You're so pretty! 😳💜

@LivinglikeLeila 2 года назад

thank you!

@lisamichele6738 4 года назад

For me, I love Biology and have done very well in all my Bio's. Chemistry and me are like, ex lovers 😅. I have failed twice now and this spring I'm taking a intro to chemistry just bc I feel like I'll understand better. I just got off academic probation so keeping your GPA up is right there. Thank for the video!

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

Did you struggle with math too? Its math heavy so I think that's why a lot of people struggle with it! Good luck to you though!!

@lisamichele6738 4 года назад

@@LivinglikeLeila yes!. High school math was ok then I got into college and it went straight down hill. Fortunately I have all my math credits done and over with. All I have to do is pass these darn Chemistry's then I apply for my program.

@iamiraxi 3 года назад

Hiii, I'm so happy to find your channel. I major in microbiology in my undergrad rn. I seriously don't have the confidence in this field but I love to learn more about this course. Do you have any suggestions like textbooks, apps, or something that I can study?

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

Hmm I'm not sure of apps but there are tons of microbiology textbooks out there. I would suggest watching RU-vid videos though on various microbiology techniques/procedures!

@domilarae 4 года назад

I just graduated with my biology degree back in July from UWG. I spent my summer applying to soooo many jobs in the science field! I ended up being able to teach at a tech college. I couldn't decide on what I wanted to get my master's in. So I've submitted apps for post-bacc programs in clinical laboratory science. Upon completion, I can sit for the ascp exam and then work in microbiology labs for hospitals. Thank you for sharing your experience on what it's like to work in the industry!

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

Your comment went to spam for some reason and I am just now seeing it! 🙁Congrats on everything! My sister went to UWG! Microbiology is pretty fun to teach, did you like it?? Also, have you been accepted yet? Keep me updated!

@domilarae 4 года назад

@@LivinglikeLeila thank you! Ive had a great experience teaching micro. I've just been accepted into the post-bacc program, and will begin this summer!

@daisyrowser-grier2161 3 года назад

I go to UWG! Wish you all the luck!

@domilarae 3 года назад

@@daisyrowser-grier2161 Thanks! Good luck in your studies!!

@sneethiajay5624 3 года назад

I'm currently in my first degree of microbes. I hope i could be a great microbiologist like you in future💜ma'am i really wanted to work in canada I'm from India how can i make this possible?

@rhjk9x857 4 года назад

Hi Leila! I am contemplating on majoring in Microbiology or majoring in Biology with a minor in Microbiology. Would employers prefer one degree over the other? I am also working on gaining experience in the lab before I graduate as well.

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

I did biology with a concentration in microbiology which I would suggest because you'll probably learn a wider range of subjects. At the end of the day I don't think it would matter that much, experience is more important so you should be good!

@Tessoh897 2 года назад

I have masters in microbiology, I was almost pursuing my Ph.D when I started having side effects due to the nerve pain treatment, it went horribly wrong, so had to take a very long break from lab while I was freelancing but in 2019 started looking back for the job but just because I don't have any relevant experience for an entry level job which I can never have without a job, not getting any job which is unnecessarily increasing my years of gap. Please suggest something if possible. It's being really difficult for me to get back. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

@hambakyhambaky1526 3 года назад

Hey Leila, I wanted to ask you whats the difference between Lab microbiologists and Medical doctors who take residency in medical microbiology after doing medical school?

@thatmlgyoutuber7311 2 года назад

Hey, Im a freshman at Gsu, nice to see an alum from there in a youtube video.

@LivinglikeLeila 2 года назад

Awesome!! Majoring in bio??

@thatmlgyoutuber7311 2 года назад

@@LivinglikeLeila Ah I'm still trying to figure that out, but at the moment something in the chem or bio world is what I'll probably end up majoring in.

@TrapHut 3 года назад

Microbiology ❤️

@doctorsjourney352 3 года назад

hi ..i am joining medical school this year . i want to go for research in virology.i am from india. please suggest me what to do.

@fantastic1always179 4 года назад

Hi... this video was very helpful for me thank you. I'm planning on studying microbiology(my bachelors degree) or biology(so then i can later continue in microbiology) but I'm stressed about it. Was it hard for you, all the studying, working? Were you stressed out all the time?

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

Honestly yes. I studied a ton, cried a lot, and stressed lol. However, everything was ALWAYS ok. I am a very studious person so I know how to study but do not retain the information well, so for some people it can be easier. I almost dropped out of grad school but pushed through. I also was always (and still am) pretty hard on myself. I wanted high grades so that is what I worked toward. I don't mean any of this to scare you, you will be fine and the time goes so fast anyway, but it's definitely difficult.

@bettyseditts7404 3 года назад

32:22 my biology professor always do this gesto

@aasthapriya8120 2 года назад

Other countries are well developed in these areas like microbiology and biotechnology...in India there's a mentality that only clearing the three enterance exams ( jee neet and upsc) will make u sucessful and other jobs are nothing 🥲

@peach3703 3 года назад

I'm going to take biology in college and I've been doing a lot of research on what jobs I could have after

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

There are lots of options in regards to research! Just be sure to gain hands-on experience!

@GnightPunpun Год назад

Really interested in microbio but no colleges near me offer it as a bachelors that I can afford. Undecided if I want to go for a straight up biology degree and try and take electives to fill out my microbio background or if I want to try the Biomedical science major with a medical microbiology option. Really don’t know a lot about college stuff and am just in a research phase so I’m really not sure what to do

@alexchelaru2897 3 года назад

In 4 months I will finish my master's degree in medical biology and I am looking forward to working in a laboratory. I do the work on bacteriology and I continue my path on microbiology. 😁

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

Yay! Good luck!!

@emmanuel5615 4 года назад

I was just wondering if you could expand a bit on the math portion. So on a day to day basis; what kind of math would you use? I was planning on majoring in zoology, but after looking into the field of Biology; microbiology caught my interest.

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

It's mostly the same math over and over again (C1V1=C2V2 for example) to calculate the concentration of media or how much of something to use. Then we use a lot of Excel for data analysis and other calculations. It's not heavily math focused but is still an important part of things!

@emmanuel5615 4 года назад

@@LivinglikeLeila ah okay. Thank you. I know right now. It's required for me to take Calculus 1 and 2. But I was just curious as to what kind of math was applied. Thank you again

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

@@emmanuel5615 No problem! Best of luck! 😊

@Leemusiq2190 4 года назад

Im a 12th grade high school student any advice and tips and skills i need to have to persue this career

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

I explain the bulk of it in the video (skills, major, classes to take, experience, etc.)!

@TeamRed96 3 года назад

@@LivinglikeLeila Do you think getting my undergraduate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology & Master's in Biology/Microbiology would be a good way to become a Microbiologist?

@angelaopyt5467 3 года назад

@@TeamRed96 yes! you could even get a bachelors degree in biology, that would be a good path to take as well

@jadenhansen5310 3 года назад

I’m not sure if you stated it in the video but where do you work? I’m currently looking for summer internship and since you noted that they offer internships, I’m interested in looking into what they may be offering. Thank you.

@nhiluu8735 3 года назад

Can you please upload some pics about your work environment? That’s how people can image how the job is. Thank you.

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

I can't show too much detail from my work but this video shows some: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-d10m2ptwKMg.html

@rede2use 2 года назад

Do you maintain any social or personal relationships outside your work or would you recommend a person in your profession to not mix your work with a relationship until you at least put several years into knowing your work and knowing it well? Thank You for how well you teach what other people show know as they seek a growing field in Microbiology.

@LivinglikeLeila 2 года назад

I don't do that much. I text with someone outside of work from time to time but I never really see anyone outside of work. Not that it is a problem, I just don't! I don't think it would be a problem at all to have a closer relationship outside of work with a co-worker!

@gyasinimako4845 2 года назад

Hello 👋 I am in a school right now offering doctor of medical laboratory science. Can I become a microbiologist, pathologist or virologist. If yes what is the requirements especially the average CGPA needed

@106199615072003 Год назад

Hii. I just found your channel. I'm 27 and currently in Georgia State too. I'm doing my BS in Biology because I'm also interested in Microbiology. I did have a few questions though: 1) I'm interested more in Bacteriology after taking the lab I did for my Associate's so I was wondering if there are also jobs that focus more on that like gram staining, testing effects of antibiotics, carbohydrate fermentation and all that stuff 2) Do you have to remember all the different tests by heart or do they provide with a reference on which one to do for the specific bacteria? Thanks ❤

@sakshisingh6890 2 года назад

Can you make a video on the best colleges for Post graduation in microbiology considering the placement and internship rates

@renaetamati Год назад

Lol, my teachers wanted me to to go UNI. I now am, while picking a course my first thought was "I don't want to study cells" That's exactly what I picked majoring in Molecular and Cellular Biology. XD. After some browsing of career choices, I decided i'm wanting to aim to be a microbiologist.

@pascalkane3272 Год назад

hey microbiologist here , most of microbiology is study of single cell organisms, like bacteria, so you will study cells no matter what

@bettyseditts7404 3 года назад

i like bacteria and viruses, it´s just so interesting! i´m in highschool, it´s my first year and i still don´t know what to do.. i have to choose specific classes in 3rd year of highschool so.. thank you for this video and i´m gonna binge your other videos cause i wanna see what u do in a lab and what it looks like! 😄 also i am not quite sure about that time goes slow.. i am not really patient and i am one indecisive libra so i am not sure about anything.. wish me luck, so i finally figure out what i want to do.. i wish u all reading to figure it out too (if u did not yet) and i wish u the best too! (pardon me if i made some mistakes here). thanks again!

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

It's tough to make such a big decision (your career) at a young age. It's definitely an interesting subject but not for everyone! Thank you for watching and best of luck!

@bettyseditts7404 3 года назад

@@LivinglikeLeila yeah, i’m 16 so 🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️ and thank you for answering! also how old were you when you knew you want to become a microbiologist? did you “feel” it? (lot of people say to me, that i will “feel” that profession is right for me or i want to do it..idk cause as i said i am not sure about anything..)

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

@@bettyseditts7404 I never really wanted to do it honestly lol Since I was pre-dental and changed my mind 3 years in, I needed to find something in the biology field. It's a fun and chill job, but I wouldn't have chosen this now!

@bettyseditts7404 3 года назад

@@LivinglikeLeila hmm, why you wouldn’t choose this job now?

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

@@bettyseditts7404 because it's just not something I really enjoy/connect with. Plus I feel there are other career fields I could have followed that would allow me to earn more money while I grow my business on the side

@sp4rtavus244 6 дней назад

I have always had an interest in Microbiology. I am 50 years old though. Would it be a crazy to think I could start from scratch and go to Uni at my age? Some opinions and thoughts would be very welcome.

@hassaan7990 Год назад

I am doing applied microbiology from Pakistan 🇵🇰

@Celinekho05 3 года назад

Thank you so much for explaining the details. I am currently studying Life Science as an undergraduate, and am wondering whether there is a chance for me to land a job as a microbiologist when I graduate in the future?

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

I apologize for my late response, but yes you would be able to. Your best bet is to gain experience by joining a research lab!

@kateh1752 4 года назад

Just curious, would it be possible to get into grad school for microbiology with a degree in Medical Lab Science? I recently just switched my major from biology to MLS, I want to have a set career, but I also want wriggle room with what options I have for after college.

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

Honestly I'm not sure, I majored in just biology and didn't focus on clinical research at all so it would probably be hard for me to get a job in that field. In my opinion the most important thing is hands on experience (in multiple areas) and the people you know!

@nikolatesla1353 2 года назад

Hai new subb from india..... Keep going .iam a student just pass plustwo.

@iheart.tadiii__ Год назад

Hello Ms Leila. I just wanted to ask if you can still do microbiology with English, chemistry and biology A- levels?

@crunchybroll4731 3 года назад

What math courses should I take? I just finished my first year of college and I haven't taken a math course yet

@Sunitaskitchenkatta 2 месяца назад

I am also microbiology student

@shaikalia888 3 года назад

My dream is to become research scientist in field of inventing new drugs or medicines for human. so should I do PhD from microbiology or medical microbiology please please reply

@anishchhichholia2073 3 года назад

Hello mam...My wife has done MSc Medical Microbiology. She is currently doing the job of Research Assistant in Government RT-PCR Covid 19 Lab. She wants to work in another country where she can get more salary. So can you tell which country will be right for this field???

@priyakoti4467 3 года назад

I am microbiology student ( first year ) I just want to know that after microbiology degree how can I get the job in aborad please inform if someone knows.....

@shubhanshbajpai6177 3 года назад

I'm also a Microbiology student please DM me on instagram @Shubhanshyt

@naziyakouser6578 3 года назад

I'm also 1st yr mb

@elizabethsteffygeorg 3 года назад

Congratulations from India. I'm a recent Post Graduate in M.Sc microbiology. I don't have any experience in this field. How can I get a job ? I'd applied for many QC/ microbiologist jobs. Due to corona, there are no recruitments going on now. I'm a struggling graduate. Can u help me ?

@olanyaambrose6973 2 года назад

💪👍bsc Microbiologist 1st year in India frm Uganda thx

@chanchal459 2 года назад

Hi Leila! I am from India, currently pursuing my bachelor's degree in zoology. I was considering doing my masters in microbiology, but atm I am not very sure if I would want to go for research. So can you please lmk if there are job opportunities, other than research in this field?

@uttarabasu6198 11 месяцев назад

Hey there ! Can u plz guide how one can get into ms in microbiology in universities if someone is from india

@donavanguevara1806 Год назад

are there videos of you working in lab??? do you wear like cool lab coats or like big white jump suites???

@raviranjanpanday7168 3 года назад

Good morning maam, i m pursing msc microbiology . Can u tell me that how can join research and development in USA.

@sachintiwari2020 4 года назад

Lots of thanks . Currently I am pursuing by Bsc Microbiology in my graduation and have made a lot interest in doing my masters in Virology but the practical values for this course in India is much limited .So can you please help me out how can I get my hands on practice in the best lab in India or abroad overseas like USA . And will the masters in Virology have a much scope during or after pandemic. Thank you

@muba_shaikh Год назад

Hello!! If you're ok can you pls tell what you're doing rn?? I'm also from India and I'm kinda intrested in microbiology but I'm very hesitant as there is lot of scattered information about microbiology and also will it be beneficial if i want to live a easy free life in India? I will really appreciate if you'll respond.

@sachintiwari2020 Год назад

@@muba_shaikh currently i am doing my specialization MSc in food microbiology and toxicology.. I would say that if ur interested in microbiology do Normal Microbiology in bachelor's and during this course of time find out in which field of microbiology you want to Target in Msc for specialization and that too.. further for research... Research ( acedemices) or industrial job.. are 2 options but both of are of same and great opportunities but at last u have to decide All the best 👍

@johnohene1921 3 года назад

Can a person with a degree in cellular biology become a bacteriologist?

@angelusvastator1297 3 года назад

You're definitely right in saying that maintaining your GPA is important. Anyways, I'm stuck between Microbiology or Immunology lol.

@LivinglikeLeila 3 года назад

Ooh immunology is so interesting!! I only took one class and I learned a lot. Both have big areas in research and kind of go hand in hand!

@mohammedziyad2329 4 года назад

Which type of microbiologist are you,Virologist,bacteriologist or what?

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

I have no specific title but I work with both bacteria and bacteriophage (which is a virus)!

@patel91003 2 года назад

I passed out BSc microbiology. I am interested to become a medical microbiologist in Canada. So how long does it take to finish.. And how I become a medical microbiologist?? Let me know please.. I'm very confused

@Baharmind 3 года назад

Dear Leila. This is Bahareh Ghahremani, an undergraduate student from Tabriz University from Iran . I am really interested in research environmentally and clinical lab categories of microbiology. So, I am really wondering if you could help me with your experiences on how and what to study and of course, in which courses and study groups should I take part to improve my skills. Actually, I am about to immigrate to Canada so, your advises and guidance definitely, would be really helpful for me. I would really appreciate any help you might be able to give me. With love Bahar

@glowz9680 4 года назад

If I had to ask, what is the most difficult things in the science classes (mainly the chem classes and the biology classes). Is it the maths, the concepts? And is there anything I could do to see if microbiology is something that I would want to make a career out of such as reading an introduction to microbiology text book? (Because I dont know how I would fair in chem classes since chemistry isnt too up my alley mainly due to me not being interested in it)

@LivinglikeLeila 4 года назад

I would say all the information. In Biology there are a ton of processes you'll likely learn (signal transduction, Krebs cycle, etc.) plus all of facts of life, the body, animals. For chemistry it'll be more math and understanding how reactions work. I wouldn't suggest reading a micro textbook to figure out if you want a career in it, see if you can shadow/volunteer in a lab or just join a lab for a semester or 2. In my career I don't need to remember those processes, I need to know how to conduct experiments (using various equipments, media, reagents, etc.) , think logically about them so I can run new and better experiments, data analysis, scientific reading and writing, and so on. It's more hand on. College classes gave me a lot of info but most of it isn't relevant to my work, education is just required for the job but experience is more important.