Molecular & Cellular Biology - BS

Program Overview

This program prepares students for careers in molecular and cellular biology, including employment in biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and conservation organizations. Graduates may also pursue graduate or professional training in biomedical sciences, environmental genomics, or bioinformatics. The program has a strong track record of placing graduates in successful careers in various industries and institutions.

Program Outline

Careers:

• Employment in companies and institutions that use molecular and cellular methods in their business (e.g., pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, breweries, hospitals, conservation organizations)
• Graduate or professional training in the biomedical sciences, environmental genomics, or bioinformatics

Other:

• The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a six percent growth in the field of medical science (biomedical sciences) by 2029.
• Graduates of the program have pursued careers with:
• Federal (e.g.
Centers for Disease Control), state, and local governments
• Scientific and technical consulting firms (e.g., Heidelberg Engineering)
• Research institutes (e.g., Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences)
• Clinical institutions (e.g., Lehigh Valley Health Network, Northwell Health, Ocean State Eyecare, SpecialtyCare, Westchester Medical Center)
• Educational institutions (e.g., Stony Brook University)
• Pharmaceutical companies
• Biotechnology companies (e.g., Amgen, Medtronic)