Biological Sciences (Biology, Zoology, Microbiology)

What are Biological Sciences?	Related Careers
Related Skills	Job & Internship Search Links
Career Planning Links	Professional Association Links
Miscellaneous Links	OSU Biology Program

What are Biological Sciences?

From the OSU Biology Program, "Issues and advances in areas such as biotechnology, environmental science, medicine and other fields continually emphasize the importance of biology and biologists in the future of our country and the world. The Biology Program prepares students for diverse fields through broad, interdisciplinary training in the life sciences. Faculty teaching, research and mentoring expertise are drawn from the OSU Departments of Biochemistry and Biophysics, Botany and Plant Pathology, Microbiology, and Zoology."

Biological Sciences study living organisms.

Biological Sciences - What Can I Do with This Degree? pdf - lists the industry areas, employers, and strategies for using your degree.

Related Careers

Agronomist	Forester	Net Designer
Animal Scientist	Genetic Engineering Research	Neurobiologist
Aqua Culturist	Geographer	Oceanographer
Aquaculture Farmer	Geophysicist/Physicist	Paramedic
Aquarium Technician	Health Officer	Parasitologist
Aquatic Biologist	Horticulturist	Pharmaceutical Sales
Barrier Beach Manager	Hospital Administrator	Pharmacy Therapist
Biochemist	Hydrographic Surveyor	Physician
Bio-Engineer	Industrial Hygienist	Public Health Worker
Biometrician	Industrial Marine Economist	Salt Marsh Worker
Bio-Technologist	Limnological Technician	Science Illustrator
Boat Builder & Repair	Marine Bacteriologist	Science Lab Technician
Botanist	Marine Biologist	Science Teacher
Chemical Oceanographer	Marine Ecologist	Science Writer
Chiropractor	Marine Engineering Technician	Seafood Processor
Costal Resources Manager	Marine Fisheries Worker	Seafood Researcher
Commerical Fishery Engineer	Marine Geologist	Soil Conservationist
Commerical Inland Water	Marine Sales	State Parks & Recreation
Coroner	Marine Tourist Worker	Systems Analyst
Dentist	Marine-Costal Consult	Technical Writer
Dietitian & Nutritionist	Market Research Analyst	Test Inspection Technician
Ecologist	Medical Illustrator	Toxicologist
Environmental Protection	Medical Laboratory Technician	Transportation Worker
Environmental Engineer	Meterologist	Underwater Technician
Environmental Health	Microbiologist	Veterinarian
Ergonomist	Molecular Biologist	Water Quality Technician
Fish Hatchery Technician	Mortician	Wildlife Biologist
Fisheries Conservation	Museum/Aquarium Administrator	Wildlife Resources Manager
Florist	Mycologist	Zoo Keeper
Food Scientist/Technician	Naval Architect	Zoologist

Related Skills

Analytical & Quantitative Abilities	Operate Scientific Equipment
Biology Theory & Practical Knowledge	Oral & Written Communication
Curiosity & Creativity	Organization
Independent	Problem Solving
Information Handling	Statistical Awareness
Innovative	Teamwork
Numerical Computation	Technical Skills

Job & Internship Search Links

USAJobs.gov - check out the Students and Recent Grads section and the Federal Jobs by College Major for a listing of job titles related to your major.

Bio Careers - a job seeking database directed towards biological sciences.

Science Careers - a great resource for science information and job seeking.

Dolphin Research Center - work and swim with dolphins, a unique and exciting way to use your major.

American Zoo and Aquarium Association - lists jobs in zoos, with opportunity to search for zoos nationwide.

BioCareer Center - lists entry-level and experienced positions in biotechnology and pharmaceutical research.

BioOnline.com - allows users to search for jobs by organization, with an opportunity to submit an online resume.

LifeSciencesWorld - lists professional positions in the life and medical sciences, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical industry.

Naturejobs - lists professional positions related to life sciences and different scientific disciplines.

Sciencecareers - allows users from different scientific disciplines post resumes, curriculum vitas and link to industry employers.

The Scientist: Careers

Biotech Jobs

Tiny Tech Jobs

Science Careers

Careers with the USDA

BioSpace Jobs

Biotech Careers

New Scientist Jobs

BioBums

Biogen Idec

BioView

South African Biocareer Job Portal

Science and Biotech Jobs

Science Next Wave

Career Planning Links

Occupational Outlook Handbook - the following links also provide a summary of the career, what they do, the work environment, how to become one, the job outlook, similar occupations and contacts for more information.

Explore Careers in Life Sciences

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What Can I do with a Major in Biology? - CareerThoughts.com has a similar page to this one, which includes career options, expected salary, and job outlook information.

A Lifetime with Science from The American Institute of Biological Sciences - a career resource for biological sciences.

Careers in Biology Weblinks from Emporia State University - lots of great links for a variety of different sites that provide a ton of career information.

PhDs.org - great career resource guide for getting into and succeeding in grad school, postdoctoral life and finding a job.

Careers in Science and Engineering - a planning guide for grad school and beyond.

Healthcare Career Resource Center - information for persuing a healthcare career.

Careers in Veterinary Medicine-American Veterinary Medicine Association - a great resource for learning more about veterinary school and working as a vet.

Careers in Marine Science - tons of information about careers in marine sciences, with FAQ's and answers.

OSU Biology Department- list of search engines put together by the OSU Biology Department.

Careers in Biological Sciences

Sloan Career Cornerstone Center

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