Career Development

Biology

When exploring possible academic majors, begin by investigating the specific programs at Purchase College.  Discover more about the B.A./B.S. in Biology and  find out about program requirements, courses and the program faculty

Want to find out more about a major?  Talk to department heads and professors to have your questions answered and to get the inside track on being a Biology major at Purchase College.

Career Possibilities

ACQUIRED SKILLS

  • Observing, collecting, and analyzing data
  • Concentration
  • Conduct and explain scientific research
  • Accuracy and detail
  • Problem solving and decision making
  • Operation of scientific equipment
  • Knowledge of basic scientific theories and practices
  • Reading, writing, speaking and memorizing
  • Technology skills
  • Numerical computation

CAREER TITLES

  • Agricultural Scientist
  • Aquatic Scientist
  • Audiologist
  • Bio-Engineer 
  • Biologist
  • Botanist
  • Educator
  • Environmental Protection Worker 
  • Food Scientist Technician
  • Genetic Counselor
  • Hospital Administrator
  • Lab Technician
  • Marine Biologist
  • Microbiologist
  • Nurse
  • Nutritionist
  • Oceanographer
  • Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
  • Physical Therapist
  • Physician
  • Technical Sales
  • Technical Writer
  • Toxicology
  • Veterinarian
  • Zoologist

TYPES OF ORGANIZATIONS THAT HIRE 

  • Research Institutions
  • Pharmaceutical Companies
  • Government Agencies
  • Scientific Publishers
  • Environmental Agencies
  • Educational Institutions
  • Museums
  • Zoos
  • Aquariums
  • Hospitals
  • Foundations
  • Legal Institutions
  • Laboratories
  • Food and Beverage Companies
  • Industrial Companies

CAREER INFORMATION AND PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION LINKS

www.eco.org - Environmental Careers Organization
www.aaas.org - Amer Assoc for the Adv of Science
www.ilsi.org - International Life Sciences Institute
www.nabr.org - Nat Assoc for Biomedical Research
www.naep.org - Nat Assoc of Environmental Prof
www.bls.gov/oco - Occupational Outlook Handbook Online - Job descriptions, growth forecasts & salary

JOB SEARCH LINKS

www.purchase.edu/careerdevelopment - Click on Purchase JobScore to access jobs posted for Purchase students and alumni
www.biofind.com - Biotech jobs and events
www.bioview.com - Biotech, pharmaceutical, sales, and development lists
www.scijobs.com - Science jobs and internships
www.sciencejobs.com - Science jobs listed by area
www.naturejobs.com - Life and physical science jobs
www.environmentalcareer.com - Environmental Career Center, LLC
www.ejobs.org - Environmental Jobs & Careers
www.healthjobsite.com - Healthcare jobs
www.medzilla.com - Jobs in Biotech, Healthcare, Science, and Pharmaceuticals
www.hirehealth.com - Jobs in healthcare
www.scijobs.org - Scientists Employment Network

BOOKS AVAILBLE AT CDC

  • Great Jobs for Biology Majors
  • Opportunities in Biological Science Careers
  • What can you do with a Major in Biology?
  • Vault Career Guide to Biotech
  • From Biotech to Hollywood
  • Clinical Laboratory Science Careers
  • How to Become a Physical Therapist
  • Job Opportunities in Health Science
  • Careers in Medicine