< Back

Fungi Biochemist

Research, experimentation and cultivation of fungi for edible, medicinal and industrial purposes; propagation of spores, formulation of growing media and environments.

Why It's Cool?!

How to Get There?

Education & Certifications

Ph.D. / M.S. Mycology & Microbial Biochemistry

Clark University / University of Minnesota – Dept. of Plant Pathology

Graduate research degree in fungal biology, secondary metabolite biochemistry, and biotechnology applications across medicine, materials, and environmental remediation.

Learn more here

Internships

Mycology & Fungal Biochemistry Intern

GreenView Aquaponics Family Farm

Hands-on mycology internship covering spawn inoculation, fungal cultivation, lab work, and the role of fungi in nutrient cycling and ecological remediation.

Learn more here

Mentors

Paul Stamets

Founder, Fungi Perfecti / Author & Mycologist

The world's most well-known mycologist and fungi biochemist; Netflix, TED, and public media figure.

Learn more here

Mentorship Network

Mycological Society of America (MSA)

Professional society for mycologists and fungal scientists with mentorship programs, student chapters, and career resources.

Learn more here

Dr. Anne Pringle

Professor, University of Wisconsin–Madison / Mycology Researcher

Rigorous academic mycologist bridging fungal ecology and practical applications; strong mentor orientation.

Learn more here

Mentorship Network

Society for Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology (SIMB)

Professional network for industrial mycologists and biochemists with mentorship, career resources, and annual conference.

Learn more here