Career Paths
Biologists study living organisms and their relationships to their environment. Most specialize in some area and become botanists, zoologists, aquatic scientists, medical scientists, and biology educators. Many work in research and development conducting basic research to advance knowledge of living organisms, including viruses. There are as many areas of study as there are job opportunities. For more information, visit Career Services.
Sample Job Titles
- Biochemist
- Botanist
- Ecologist
- Fishery Biologist
- High School Science Teacher
- Marine Biologist
- Microbiologist
- Oceanographer
- Registered Nurse
- Zoologist
- Veterinarian
See the U.S. Department of Labor Outlook for a complete list.
Useful Skills for Jobs in the Biology Field
- Skills in research, data collection, laboratory techniques
- Ability to problem-solve and think critically
- Written and verbal communication skills to convey technical and scientific data to both scientific and non-scientific communities