Biochemistry
What is Biochemistry?
According to Google, biochemistry is "the branch of science concerned with the chemical and physicochemical processes that occur within living organisms."
The OSU Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics has a mission:
- to carry out significant original research that reveals the molecular mechanisms underlying life of all varieties and that provides excellent training for undergraduate students, graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows;
- to provide excellent classroom and laboratory training of both major and non-major undergraduate students at Oregon State University and in so doing prepare them for success in their chosen careers and in life.
Biochemistry - What Can I Do with This Degree? pdf - lists the industry areas, employers, and strategies for using your degree.
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| Biochemist | Pharmaceutical Researcher |
| Biologiccal Technician | Pharmacist |
| Biotechnologist | Pharmacologist |
| Brewer | Physical Biochemist |
| Business Process Analyst | Physician |
| Cancer Research Scientist | Physicist |
| Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab Dietitian | Professor |
| Chemical Manufacturer | Quality Control Technician |
| Chemical Safety Engineer | Quality Control/Assucance Scientist |
| Chemist | Research Assistant |
| Clinical Chemist | Research Chemist |
| Clinical Technician | Research Scientist |
| Environmental Pollution Control Officer | Science Writer |
| Epidemiologist | Surgeon |
| Food Scientist | Technical Sales Representative |
| Forensic Scientist | Technical Writer |
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| Material Scientist |
Related Skills
| Analytical | Operate Scientific Equipment |
| Assemble Arguments & Engage in Debate | Problem Solving |
| Biology Teory & Practical Knowledge | Self-management |
| Communication (Oral & Written) | Statistical Awareness |
| Critical Thinking | Teamwork |
| Independent | Technical Skills |
| Information Handling & Organization | Understand Complex Biological Processes |
Job & Internship Search Links
USAJobs.gov - check out the Students and Recent Grads section and the Federal Jobs by College Major for a listing of job titles related to your major.
Science Careers - is dedicated to matching qualified scientists with jobs in industry, academia, and government, while providing a great career information resource.
Bio View - Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical Employment - biotechnology from the manufacturing side; Bio View manufactures and markets equiptment, preparation kits and software to the biotechnological and pharmaceutical community.
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Career Planning Links
Occupational Outlook Handbook - the following links also provide a summary of the career, what they do, the work environment, how to become one, the job outlook, similar occupations and contacts for more information.
- Average Pay - Biological Technicians - a variety of career information for science technicians.
- Average Pay - College and University Faculty - a variety of career information for college and university faculty.
- Average Pay - Biochemists and Biophysicists
- Average Pay - Biomedical Engineers
- Average Pay - Chemists and Materials Scientists
- Average Pay - Pharmacists
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Careers in Science and Engineering - is a student planning guide for grad school and beyond in science and engineering.
Careers in Biotechnology - a resource for learning information about areas of work in biotechnology, events and information databases.
Professional Association Links
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology - a forum that connects scientists all over the world by holding online educational meetings, develop publications, and disseminate biological research results.
American Academy of Forensic Sciences
American Association for the Advancement of Science
American Association for Clinical Chemistry
International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Miscellaneous Links
Opportunities to Get Involved & Gain Experience
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