bioengineer

Bioengineers combine state of the art findings in the field of biology with engineering logics in order to develop solutions aimed at improving the well-being of society. They can develop improvement systems for natural resource conservation, agriculture, food production, genetic modification, and economic use.

Alternative Labels

bioengineering technology adviser

bioengineering biotechnologist

bio-engineer

bioengineering technology expert

bioengineering consultant

bioengineering expert

bioengineering adviser

bioengineering specialist

bioengineering technology specialist

bioengineering technology consultant

bioengineer

biological engineer

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Narrower occupations

- biomedical engineer

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

perform scientific research adjust engineering designs approve engineering design

Essential Knowledge

engineering principles biological chemistry biology genetics engineering processes bioeconomy

Optional Skills and Competences

develop product design ensure compliance with safety legislation ensure compliance with environmental legislation assist in clinical trials evaluate pharmaceutical manufacturing process design prototypes interpret 2D plans use chromatography software run laboratory simulations draft design specifications test samples for pollutants develop food production processes perform toxicological studies perform laboratory tests manage chemical testing procedures apply statistical analysis techniques gather experimental data collect biological data document analysis results apply scientific methods develop test procedures apply liquid chromatography design pharmaceutical manufacturing systems develop pharmaceutical drugs advise on manufacturing problems design scientific equipment assess the feasibility of implementing developments interpret 3D plans develop biocatalytic processes advise on nitrate pollution use technical drawing software develop biochemical manufacturing training materials execute analytical mathematical calculations examine engineering principles

Optional Knowledge

good manufacturing practices gel permeation chromatography industrial design laboratory techniques pharmaceutical industry mathematics statistical process control packaging processes high-performance liquid chromatography gas chromatography general medicine food storage medical devices materials processes of foods and beverages manufacturing biotechnology analytical chemistry pharmaceutical chemistry packaging engineering test procedures pharmaceutical manufacturing quality systems biomedical engineering design principles toxicology product data management pharmaceutical drug development evolutionary biology scientific research methodology food materials food science fermentation processes of food

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/f9433fdb-dde1-46cf-9e91-b49d243946a7

Status

released

Occupations

bioengineer

Description

Skills & Competences

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