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Careers in Biology

A degree in biology opens up a wide array of career paths depending on your other interests, likes and dislikes, and preferences about workplace. Below are some positions that graduates might hold after earning a biology degree in the mentioned program option. Some titles might sound familiar while others might surprise you.

Aquatic Biology and Fisheries Option
Aquarium Director
Marine Life Technician
Natural Resource Manager
Paleoecologist

Botany Option
Agricultural Specialist
Asst. U.S. Forest Ranger
Biological Illustrator or photographer
Botanist Vegetable Scientist

Cellular and Molecular Biology Option
Anesthesiologist
Bio Technologist
Bioanalyst
Biological Engineer

Ecology Option
Aquarium Director
Forester
Recreation Manager
Weed Scientist

Genetics Option
Animal Pathologist
Communication Media Specialist - radio/tv
Paleontologist
Poultry Scientist

Microbiology Option
Food Technologist
Dairy Manager
Research Technician
Virologist

Wildlife Biology Option
Animal Behaviorist
Animal Breeder Technician
Marine Biologist
Natural Resource Manager

Zoology Option
Animal Nutritionist
Conservation Biologist
Insect Quarantine Inspector
Zoo director

Medical Technology Major
Bacteriologist
Crime Lab Technician
Medical Writer
Quality Assurance Manager

Teaching Major in Life Sciences
Park Ranger
Peace Corps Representative
Special Education Teacher/Counselor
Science Teacher (elementary, middle and high school)