CRISPR and gene editing scientists: a biotechnology career on the rise

Author : Mack Shah | Published On : 19 Apr 2024

With the growing population, the demand for innovations and discoveries is skyrocketing. We are hearing about innovations every other day. Therefore, there are numerous jobs in biotechnology. Today's blog will discuss one of the most in-demand biotechnology jobs, i.e., biotech scientist.

CRISPR gene editing has been in the limelight for the past few years and can develop therapies for various diseases.

The technology enables scientists to edit genome parts by removing, adding, or altering sections of the deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) sequence. As you can imagine, this is a highly complex process, meaning there is a high demand for scientists now who understand gene editing techniques and are experts in using CRISPR.

The founder of Moxee, a specialized biotech recruitment agency for startups, Penrose, said: "The FDA's nod to Casgevy, a therapy developed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals and CRISPR Therapeutics, has triggered a flurry of recruitment in this niche, revealing a concerning gap between academic training and industry needs. The versatility of CRISPR technology is proving instrumental across various sectors, even in enhancing global food security."

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