Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Major

School of Science and Technology

The mission of the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology major is to prepare students with both academic and technical skills for scientific research.

Bio-Chemistry professor and student doing research

Opportunities & Outcomes

The Biochemistry and Molecular Biology program helps students think like scientists and apply what they learn through hands-on experiments and real-world research techniques. With access to internships across healthcare, nutrition, agriculture, and industry, students gain practical experience that prepares them for careers in science, medicine, and beyond.

Career Pathways

Healthcare & Biomedical Pathways

  • Medical, dental, pharmacy, or veterinary school*
  • Physician assistant or allied health programs*
  • Clinical or medical laboratory scientist*
  • Biomedical or clinical research assistant

Research & Laboratory Science

  • Molecular biology or biochemistry research technician
  • Laboratory analyst or research associate
  • Academic, hospital, or industry lab support roles
  • Cell biology, genetics, or microbiology research

Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical Industry

  • Biotech laboratory technician
  • Pharmaceutical research or development assistant
  • Quality control or quality assurance specialist
  • Regulatory or compliance support roles

Genetics, Genomics & Emerging Sciences

  • Genetics or genomics lab technician
  • Bioinformatics or data analysis support (with additional training)
  • Molecular diagnostics technician
  • Personalized medicine or diagnostics support roles

Environmental, Agricultural & Applied Sciences

  • Environmental testing or monitoring specialist
  • Agricultural or food science laboratory roles
  • Sustainability or environmental health technician
  • Regulatory or safety support positions

Education & Science Communication

  • Biology or chemistry educator (with certification)*
  • Science outreach or education coordinator
  • Technical writer or science communicator
  • Museum or community science educator

Graduate & Professional Pathways

  • Graduate study in biochemistry, molecular biology, or related sciences
  • Medical, dental, pharmacy, or veterinary programs*
  • Graduate programs in biotechnology, genetics, or public health
  • Law, patent science, or science policy programs

*Additional certification, licensure, or graduate study may be required for some roles.

Programs of Study Offered

Students in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology develop advanced lab skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities preparing them to pursue healthcare careers, contribute to scientific discovery, and improve lives through research and innovation.

  • Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Faculty Spotlight

Lee Enger, PhD

Lee Enger, PhD

Dean, School of Science & Technology, Professor of Biochemistry

Degree Requirements

Bachelor of Science

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