Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

What do biochemists and molecular biologists do?

  • Develop and use techniques to learn about genes and proteins
  • Increase understanding of human disease processes and aging
  • Genetic engineering of plants and animals, or produce products such as drugs, foods, and fuels

Where are they employed?

  • Environmental and pollution control companies and research
  • County, state, or federal government agencies (USDA, EPA, NIH)
  • Industry (research and development at vaccine, pharmaceutical, and other biotech companies)
Major Category
Class Format
Degree
Bachelor of Science