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Biology Career Options

Explore Biology Career Pathways

As a biology student at PPSC, you’ll be prepared for a wide range of career pathways. Discover your options below.  
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Career Options in Biology

Biologists typically collect and analyze biological information about organisms and the environment. They may be in the field collecting samples or conducting research. The study of biology can lead to many career options, including the medical field as a physician or research scientist, environmental scientist, geneticist or educator. 

Biology as a degree is also widely applicable as a foundation for other career industries such as: 
  • Laboratory Research Assistant/Associate 
  • Biological Science Teacher 
  • Wildlife Management 
  • Bioinformatics 
  • Medical professionals (M.D., Nursing, Physician Assistant) 
  • Natural Sciences Manager 
  • Zoologist and Wildlife Biologist 
  • Molecular and Cellular Biologist 
  • Geneticist 
Many of these industries require advanced degrees but all are built on a solid foundation of biology.
Professional Networking & Employment Resources 

There are numerous professional organizations that represent the field of Biology in which students may find more information regarding accounting careers and professional support. Finding work in your field (or any field) can be challenging for anyone. Here are some resources that you can use to find a career that suits you and build a resume to win a job. 
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prepare for post-undergraduate degrees

Students interested in post undergraduate degrees may vary in their academic pathways depending upon the specific requirements for their chosen profession. Students are encouraged to consult catalogs of the colleges to which they plan to apply. 
  • Pre-Allied Health 
  • Pre-Medicine (M.D. & D.O.) 
  • Pre-Occupational Therapy 
  • Pre-Podiatry 
  • Pre-Chiropractic 
  • Pre-Naturopathic Medicine 
  • Pre-Optometry 
  • Pre-Physician's Assistant 
  • Pre-Dentistry 
  • Pre-Nurse Practitioner 
  • Pre-Pharmacy 
  • Pre-Public Health 
  • Pre-Medicine 
  • Pre-Nursing 
  • Pre-Physical Therapy 
  • Pre-Veterinary Medicine