*A job as a Research Affiliate falls under the broader career category of Biochemists and Biophysicists. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.
Job Description
for Biochemists and Biophysicists :
Study the chemical composition or physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms.
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