The biological sciences include all of the areas of scientific endeavor centered around the general question of the nature of life. Such diverse areas as biochemistry, ecology, paleontology, and animal behavior are all part of the biological sciences. The discipline of biochemistry is located in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry and the discipline of paleontology is located in the Department of Geological Sciences.

Career Possibilities:

  • Biologist
  • Lab Technician
  • Biological Aide
  • Technical Writer
  • Biological Illustrator
  • Forester
  • Quality Control Technician
  • Biomedical Engineer
  • Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
  • Fish and Wildlife Biologist
  • Food Technologist
  • Microbiologist
  • Criminologist
  • Dietitian
  • Medical Technologist
  • Health Planner
  • Physician's Assistant
  • Medical Librarian
  • Respiratory Therapist
  • Curator
  • Ecologist
  • Environmental Specialist
  • Sanitarian