Biology Careers
Marine, wildlife, microbiology, molecular, conservation — the breadth of biology.
Biology careers split into research-track (academic, industry), conservation and field biology, lab and clinical biology, and applied paths in biotech and pharma. Each draws on a different mix of fieldwork and lab time.
16 careers in this collection
Molecular Biologist
Research the molecular machinery of living cells
Biological Scientists
All biological scientists not listed separately.
Biologist
Study living organisms to advance medicine, ecology, and biotechnology
Computational Biologist
Apply computation to biological questions at research depth
Molecular and Cellular Biologists
Research and study cellular molecules and organelles to understand cell function and organization.
Synthetic Biologist
Engineer biology to make new materials, drugs, or living systems
Microbiologist
Study bacteria, fungi, and other microbes
Microbiologists
Investigate the growth, structure, development, and other characteristics of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, algae, or fungi.
Biology Professor
Teach courses in biological sciences.
Synthetic Biology Engineer
Program living organisms to produce medicines, materials, fuels, and foods by engineering DNA and biological systems
Conservation Biologist
Apply biology to protecting species and ecosystems
Marine Biologist
Study ocean ecosystems and marine life to protect underwater biodiversity
NOAA Fisheries Biologist
Marine stock assessments + regulations
Wildlife Biologist
Study and protect wildlife species and their habitats to ensure biodiversity and ecological health for future generations
Marine Biologist Diver
Study marine ecosystems underwater, conducting research and conservation work through scientific diving
Biological Technicians
Assist biological and medical scientists.
Median annual wage figures are from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2023, for the occupation each career is classified under. Careers with no published federal figure show none.
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