Careers in Biology

A degree in biology opens up a wide array of career paths. Below are some positions that graduates might hold after earning a biology degree. 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
• Assistant 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)