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Careers in Biology

Here is compiled list of potential careers in Biology related fields along with links to descriptions of each of these careers as well salary and employment statistics. 

Careers in allied health-related fields (Biology degree not required) 

While most of our students are aware of nursing  or respiratory therapy as a potential career, there are actually many other careers within the allied health professions. Most of these do not require an actual degree in Biology but rather prerequisite courses in Biology so that you can apply to a specific program. This site has a great overview of potential careers in the allied health professions. Here are just a few examples:

Careers in the allied health-related fields (Biology bachelors degree MAY be required)

These careers are still allied-health related but usually require a degree in Biology. However, program requirements vary so click on the links below to see if you need a degree or just specific courses in Biology. 

Careers in Biology

The American Institute of Biology summarizes the potential careers that students with a degree in Biology are eligible for. These include but are not limited to; research, health care, environmental management, education, biotechnologist, forensic scientist, entomology  and many more. 

Careers in Microbiology

The American Society for Microbiology  summarizes the potential careers in Microbiology by degree level. Follow the link for more information. 

  • Careers with an Associates Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science:
    Microbiology Technician
  • Careers with a Microbiology Bachelors Degree:
    Food, agriculture or environmental laboratory scientist/technologist
    Public health, medical or veterinary laboratory scientist/technologist
    Research Associate
    Quality assurance/control scientist
    Biosafety specialist
  • Careers with a Microbiology Masters Degree:
    Clinical or research laboratory manager
    Biosafety officer 
    Instructor/ laboratory coordinator
  • Careers with a Microbiology Doctoral Degree:
    Research scientist
    University/college professor
    Consultant Clinical laboratory director
    Research director
    Administrator at a university/college
    Corporate executive Science adviser/administrator in government

If you need help picking courses offered in Biology or have questions about possible careers in Biology, please contact our Biology Academic Adviser Nijmah Ali.

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