50 Fantastic Science Jobs

About this book

Did you know that an Ichthyologist studies fish? Or that a Mycologist studies fungi like mushrooms? These are just some of the jobs you can learn about in this book which features 50 different jobs across biology, chemistry, physics, technology and engineering. Each profile briefly explains what the job is for and what sort of work is involved as well as highlighting the key skills a person would need to have this job. Whether readers are interested in a career in science or just want to know more about the options that are out there, this book is a fascinating insight into all the different kinds of scientist you could be.

Full of bright and colourful illustrations, a wide variety of careers are showcased, and complex topics are explained in an interesting and straightforward way. The strong emphasis on the practical skills needed for these jobs rather than just academic grades makes science accessible for all. The short sections filled with fascinating facts also make this a great book for less confident readers to easily dip in and out of.