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Biology
Students electing a major in biology may choose
to study organisms on a cellular and molecular level, the genetics and development
of organisms, the function processes of living things or the interrelationships
of organisms within their environment. The study of biology provides a valuable
background for those interested in science but uncertain of their choice of concentration.
Not only are graduates aware of the processes and interactions of living things,
but they acquire skills in scientific thinking and insight into the complex biological
world.
Employment opportunities for graduates encompass
a wide range of fields. Thirty to forty percent of biology majors continue in
graduate or professional education. Others choose high school teaching or work
as technicians and researchers in industry, hospitals or academic institutions.
Some find positions in pharmaceutical sales, science libraries, fish and wildlife
services, environmental protection and conservation agencies, meat and dairy inspection,
and forestry services.
The bachelor's degree is often adequate preparation
for entry jobs in testing, inspection and technical sales, but promotions
are limited for those without advanced degrees. Interested students are
invited to contact the Biological Sciences Advisement Office, Wolf Hall,
Room 115A, call 831-2282, or www.udel.edu/bio/.
Sample Job Titles
| Bachelor's Degree/Entry Level |
Further Education/Experience
Often Required |
| *clinical data processor |
*research biologist
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| *pharmaceutical sales rep. |
*microbiologist |
| *environmental educator |
*geneticist |
| *research technician |
*public health
administrator |
| *asst./assoc. scientist |
*veterinarian |
| *bioanalyst |
*physician |
Check the Dictionary of Occupational Titles
under section 041 for additional related careers.
Enhancing Employability
- Participate in Internships, Field Experience Placements and Alumni
Mentor Program.
- Sample UD Field Experiences: Crop Genetics
International, Zoological Society of Philadelphia, National Aquarium in Baltimore
- Biology
Co-op Program see www.udel.edu/bio/educational/undergrad/advisement/cooped/
Some Employers of Biology Majors
*biological book/journal publishers
*state/federal government
*colleges/universities
*consulting engineering firms
*agricultural chemical companies
*medical corporations
*biological testing laboratories
*business and industry
*pharmaceutical companies
Other Sources of Information
American Academy of Forensic Sciences
www.aafs.org
American Association for the Advancement of Science
www.aaas.org
American Institute of Biological Sciences
www.aibs.org
American Society for Microbiology
www.asm.org
BioSpace
www.biospace.com
Biotechnology Industry Organization
www.bio.org/
EnvironmentalCAREER.com
www.environmentalcareer.com
Environmental Career Opportunities
www.ecojobs.com
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology
www.faseb.org
HireBio.com
www.hireBio.com
HireHealth.com
www.hirehealth.com
HireMedical.com
www.hireMedical.com
HireRx.com
www.hireRx.com
Science Magazine Science Careers
http://sciencecareers.sciencemag.org
The Riley Guide
www.rileyguide.com
The SciWeb Biotechnology Career Center
www.biocareer.com
Resources for Finding Employment
University of Delaware Career Resource Center
Materials Available
- Medical and Pharmaceutical Sales: How to Land
the Job of Your Dreams (CSD 126)
- Job Opportunities - Health and Science (CSD
248)
- The EnviroDirectory (Mid-Atlantic/New England
(CSD 317.2 & CSD 317.5)
- The Directory of Environmental Web Sites on
the Internet (CSD 319)
- Job Hunter's SourceBook (CSD 376)
- Professional's Job Finder (CSD 377)
- Health Care Job Explosion! (CSE 289)
- Opportunities in Allied Health Careers (CSE
294)
- Career Opportunities in Health Care (CSE 336)
- Careers for Environmental Types & Others Who Respect the Earth (CSE 449)
- The Eco Guide to Careers that Make a Difference
(CSE 450)
- Career Opportunities in Science (CSE 455)
- Careers for Scientific Types & Others With
Inquiring Minds (CSE 457)
- What Can You Do with a Major in Biology? (CSE
463)
- Great Jobs for Biology Majors (CSE 464)
- Opportunities in Biological Science Careers
(CSE 465)
- Opportunities in Biotechnology Careers (CSE
467)
- Working With Animals (CSE 469)
- Opportunities in Animal and Pet Care Careers (CSE 471)
- Careers With Animals (CSE 472)
- Careers for Animal Lovers & Other Zoological
Types (CSE 473)
- Sunshine Jobs (CSE 485)
- From Biotech to Hollywood: New Career Opportunities
in Technology (CSE 497)
- Graduate Programs in the Biological Sciences
(GS 25)
- Best 162 Medical Schools (GS 081)
- The Ph.D. Process: Graduate School in the
Sciences (GS 83)
- www.udel.edu/CSC/netresources.html
CSC's Internet Resources
Further information including: Skills to Develop, Strategies
for Contacting Employers, Grad School Information and where to get assistance
is available in the CAREER RESOURCE CENTER located at 401 Academy Street.
Last updated: November 13, 2007 (CH)
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