Careers in Mycology

There are a variety of careers open to those interested in fungal biology who can apply aspects of their knowledge of mycology. These include the fields of academia, conservation and ecology, and biotechnology. Some possible career options are listed below:

ACADEMIC RESEARCH AND TEACHING

University research and teaching
Research Institutes
Science school teaching

Also see: www.britmycolsoc.org.uk/science

CONSERVATION AND ECOLOGY

Herbarium Collector/Keeper
Museum Collections/book preservation
Environmental survey work
Forestry Management
Conservation of buildings and survey of ‘sick building’ syndrome
Veterinary mycology

BIOTECHNOLOGY AND INDUSTRY

Pharmaceuticals
Agricultural, including disease management
Mushroom production
Recycling/composting/waste management
Biofuel production
Food and drink production e.g. cheese/bread/alcohol and food additives
Fungi-based materials

Further details of careers in microbiology are given at the following websites:

Microbiology Society: microbiologysociety.org/careers

PROSPECTS CAREERS WEBSITE: www.prospects.ac.uk