What Can I Do with a Major in…
Biochemistry
The study of biochemistry combines the knowledge of biology and chemistry to explain life processes in terms of chemical reactions within living cells. Biochemistry majors may find work in a number of career fields including medical and health-related fields, veterinary science, engineering, agriculture, environmental science, industry, government, forensics, research, law, and education. Biochemistry majors are well prepared for advanced study in medicine and other health professions.
The following occupations represent some career opportunities available to biochemistry majors. Some will require more education. For more information visit the Career Center in Lucina 220.
Animal scientist/breeder
Aquatic biologist
Anesthesiologist
Biochemical tester
Biochemist
Biomedical engineer
Biotechnologist
Chemical Engineer
Chemist
College professor
Consultant
Customer relations specialist
Dairy technologist
Environmental scientist
Food technologist
Forensics specialist
Forestry engineer/technician
Formulation chemist
Geneticist
Horticulturist
Immunologist
Laboratory supervisor/technician
Marine biologist
Materials engineer
Medical researcher
Microbiologist
Molecular biologist
Patent attorney
Pharmaceutical sales representative
Pharmacologist
Physician
Plant pathologist/breeder
Product development manager
Science teacher (secondary)
Science technician
Technical sales person
Virologist
Wild life manager
Resources Available in the Career Center, Lucina 220:
College Majors Handbook (MAJ 6)
Occupational Outlook Handbook (JS JO 20)
Careers for Scientific Types & Others with Inquiring Minds (OCC PT 62)
Great Jobs for Chemistry Majors (OCC 34.5)
Opportunities in Biological Science Careers (OCC 17)
Opportunities in Biotechnology Careers (OCC 18)
Opportunities in Chemistry Careers (OCC 34)
Opportunities in Environmental Careers (OCC GREEN 52)
Opportunities in Forensic Science Careers (OCC 93)
WetFeet Insider Guide to Careers in Biotech & Pharmaceuticals (OCC 17.8)
Websites:
BSU Dept. of Chemistry: http://www.bsu.edu/chemistry/
Great Links to Explore (BSU Career Center)
America ’s Career InfoNet: http://www.acinet.org
Biochemistry Jobs: http://www.unixl.com/dir/molecular_sciences/biochemistry/biochemistry_jobs/
Employment Outlook: http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0854971.html
IndianaINTERNnet: http://www.indianaintern.net/home.asp
Internships.com
Internships USA.com
Vault Career Insider
O*NET: http://online.onetcenter.org
Occupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/oco/
Salary Wizard: http://www.salary.com
Volunteer Match: http://www.volunteermatch.org
American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology: http://www.asbmb.org
ChemJobs.net: http://www.chemjobs.net
ChemWeb.com: http://www.chemweb.com/
ScienceJobs.com: http://www.newscientistjobs.com
TopUSAJobs.com Biochemistry: http://biochemistry.jobs.topusajobs.com/