Bioinformatics
Yet another aspect involves studying the risk factors that lead to the development of a disease. The real skill of a statistician lies in identifying and assessing the sample and accurately analyzing the mass of data. Biostatisticians also analyze clinical trails of new medicines before they are released into the market.
Bioinformatics Eligibility Criteria
Most of the universities offer education in Biostatistics at post graduate level. These research based programs are usually of 3 years duration. Generally, the qualifying exam for such courses is an undergraduate program in the related streams of Biostatistics, for example, a B.Sc statistics or B.Sc Mathematics with Statistics.
Students are selected through entrance examination. Besides most institutes conducts their own tests followed by a personal interview.
Bioinformatics Career Prospects
These days Biostatisticians are in great demand not only by private companies but also by government organizations. These opportunities offer competitive salaries in addition to other life-style benefits. Obviously, MNC, pay more to deserving candidates.
A range of positions are now available in segments like data management, pharmaceutical and clinical trials, data analysis and academia. In addition, biostatisticians are also in great demand at the national, state, and local levels.
Bioinformatics Pay Package
Usually, the starting salary for biostatistician can range from Rs.7000 to Rs.12000 per month depending on the type of job and the organization one works for. Statisticians with experience can draw anywhere between Rs.10,000 to Rs.40,000 per month.
Bioinformatics Institutes/Universities
Courses in Biostatistics are available at the PG level in the following institutions.
- Christian Medical College
Ida Scudder Road
Vellore - 632004??? Vellore - 632 004
Tel: 0416-2282010, 3072010?? Tamil Nadu, India
Fax: 0416-2232054
E-mail: directorate@cmcvellore.ac.in
Website: www.cmcvellore.ac.in
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- Himachal Pradesh University
EPABX No: 2830133, 2830218, 2830225
FAX:? (0177)-2830775
Website: www.hpuniv.nic.in
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- Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Manipal ? 576104, Karnataka
Telephone: 0820 2571978
Fax: 0820 2571982
E-mail: admissions@
Website: www.manipal.edu
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- Indian Statistical Institute (ISI)
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- Indian Statistical Institute (ISI)
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- IIT Bombay
Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University,
Chennai
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- University of Madras
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- University of Pune
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- The University of Calcutta
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