Careers for a BS in Biology
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Biologists can apply their knowledge of the life sciences to multiple professions.
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Those working in the field of biological sciences study all living things from microbes on the ocean floor to how species evolve over long periods of time. Job opportunities for biologists with a Bachelors of Science degree (B.S.) are not restricted to academic research in their discipline, however. Biologists can also establish careers in many different fields from social work to journalism. Deciding what direction you want to take your degree in the professional world is up to you.
Research
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If the numerous laboratory experiments in your undergraduate careers were not enough for you, there are a number of industries that are always in need of trained biologists to conduct laboratory work. Biotechnology firms, government offices, environmental organization, and many more all offer introductory positions for recent graduates to gain experience and build their resume in the lab. Possibilities extend outside of the laboratory as many regulatory agencies at the federal, state, and municipal level as well as private consultancies are in need of trained biologists to monitor and conduct research on industrial pollution and public health concerns in the field.
Health Care
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Though most biologists work in the health care field have gone on to get a post-graduate degree in a specialized area of health care (e.g. medicine, dentistry, pharmacology, etc.), there are jobs available for those with a general biology B.S. as well. Professionals who have solid administrative skill in addition to their scientific understanding can find work in health clinics either in the office, laboratory, or in the field with humanitarian organizations. There is a role for biologists to play in public outreach, education, activist realm of health care as well.
Education
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For those who enjoy interacting with others and sharing their passion, there are few careers more rewarding than education. In high school, teachers will generally instruct biology courses, but there is also room to teach other subjects related to one's specific interest in the life science field. At the elementary and middle school levels one can expect to teach the foundations of science in addition to specifics about the life sciences. There is also a high demand for biologists to work at field school and experiential education centers across the country providing excellent opportunities to those who enjoy the great outdoors.
Museums
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There are numerous independent educational institutions that are always in need of knowledgeable biologists to complete the numerous tasks that make museums function smoothly. Whether caring for exotic reptiles at a zoo, instructing conservation programs at a science museum, or leading educational tours at a natural history museum, there is always a need for trained biologists who have passions that fit with a museums mode of operations.
Conservation and Resource Management
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As the impacts of human development and issues like climate change increase, the demand for biologists to study, measure, and educate others about the changes will grow as well, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Biologists who understand the science behind human impacts on the natural world are needed, not just for saving human lives and managing natural systems, but also in order to sustain species at risk of extinction and without a voice of their own.
Communications
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The number of issues that the biological sciences address is vast. Some subjects, such as cloning, health care and climate change are at the core of public opinion debates on the national level. Talented writers with a solid understanding of the science behind the issues can make a lucrative career presenting the subject of debate in an unbiased, scientific way so that the general public and politicians can make informed decisions on these issues.
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