Recent grads putting biology to work in the world

Animal Technician, Charles River Laboratory
Area Coordinator, Colorado State University
Biology Teacher, Nashua High School
Microbiology Associate, Genetics Institute
Owner, Swain Farm Landscaping
Wildlife Show Assistant, Zoo Atlanta

What Can I Do With A Major in Biology?

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 in The Bagley Center.

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