Career questions tagged biochemistry
What experiences or skills do I prioritize and how do you suggest developing them during college to become truly valuable in a research lab and contribute to research that has real-world impact?
I will be a college freshman next year, majoring in molecular biology and biochemistry with a minor in chemistry. As a freshman I look forward to working working in a lab and building my research experience. #Spring26
What are some of you best study methods for majoring in Chemistry or Biology? What is your best study method for preparing for the DAT, and when to start preparing?
I'm a college undergraduate, planning to major in Chemistry with an end goal of Orthodontology or something regarding dentistry.
What is the best way to reach out to college professors you have not had classes with about getting involved in undergraduate research in their lab?
(#Spring26) I am currently a graduating high school senior committed to college for Biochemistry and Biophysics and planning to pursue a career in biomedical research on genetic engineering for treatment of neurological cancers and Alzheimer's disease. There is a professor at my school in the Chemical and Biological Engineering department who is currently doing research that closely aligns with my interest area and ultimate career goals and I would love to reach out about working on this project as part of an undergraduate research opportunity next year but am not sure exactly how and when I should go about doing this.
Is there a difference if I take biology or biochemistry when I am planning on going to medical school?
I am starting my freshman year of college in fall of 26 and right now my major is biochemistry. When I chose it I was told that I should take premed or biology if I plan on going to med school. I chose biochemistry because I enjoy the chemistry aspect but still need the biology. What I am concerned with is if I will be fine with that or if I should just major in biology.
What is the key to success in getting into veterinary school? How do you handle the high demanding work load with extracurriculars? What is best to prioritize when trying to become a high qualified applicant?
I am an incoming college freshman, studying biochemistry. I want to set myself up for success in both undergraduate school as well as veterinary school. #spring26
What’s something you wish someone had told you before starting pre-med?
I'm a senior in high school thinking in majoring in Biochemistry and later going to medical school but I'm scared for the future. What are some tips to survive medical school or surviving biochemistry in college.
What is the course load like for physical science majors? (biology, chemistry, etc.)
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As a high school senior planning to become a latent print technician, what are the most essential classes, pathways, and major/minors to focus on?
Hello! I am currently a senior in high school and my career focus is to become a latent print technician in a crime lab. How should I get started on this? I'm planning on majoring in biology or biochemistry, although I am unsure what major would give me the best chance at getting that job. Any advice is welcomed!!
How did you gain experience throughout college, clubs; internships; research, in order to have skills and helpful experience for internships and jobs?
I am a first-year in college looking to develop the necessary skills to prepare for internships in the clinical research and pharmaceutical industry. #Spring26
How is the research side of medicine (ie. biochemistry and genetics) applied in practical medicine?
I was wondering on how the research leads to application in experimental trials for illnesses such as cancer or genetic illnesses that have yet to be cured. #Spring26
What if I am second guessing my primary career choice?
Graduating with a biochemistry bahelor's Want to go into graduate school in biotechnology
How do I know if the major I have is right for me ?
I am a Marine Science student concentrating in Oceanography with a double minor in Biochem and chem, attending the University of New England. I am a first year and this would be my fourth time switching my majors and minors around. I have always been interested in the ocean, but there is a part of me that is still interested in criminology. My original plan was Marine Science and Political Science, but that didn't work out. So how do I know if I am choosing the right path, if I'm enjoying my classes and helping with oceanography research? #Spring26
which course is best for placement if i am interested in biology field?
i want to do some best course that will give me future opportunities with placement and do any professional corse that requires biology as main subject
I want to double major in computer science and biology or biochemistry, and minor in mathematics/statistics. for this I would probably go to unc Charlotte as its 7 minutes from my house, and I want to go to med school later. for med school I was thinking unc chapel hill, or duke for my top options, and Brody(ecu) as my back up. Im currently in 10th grade and would like to know what I can change or do better to have a top application into a top med school, and what I can do to make stuff easier. I also have a goal of becoming an oncologist?
I want to become an oncologist I want to double major in biology or biochemistry and computer science, then minor math/stats as I have an interest in it I would also like to know whether to do biology or biochemistry
What food science/biochemistry/microbiology-related opportunities are there for a junior in high school to gain experience and acceptance into top food science programs such as at Cornell University?
High School Junior with a 4.0/4.0 GPA, 1560 SAT, and no food science-related meaningful extracurriculars.
How can I prepare for the coursework in College?
I'm interested in majoring in biochem and then going on to dentistry, but my high school science teacher isn't very good at teaching the material. She is prone to getting sidetracked and glosses over a lot of the material. I've resorted to reading the book and writing my own notes, but I'm still having a hard time understanding the material.
Should I major in chemistry for my bachelor's degree and then narrow the field of study for postgraduate education?
I am torn between going into a specific major relating to chemistry, like chemical engineering, or just going into a general chemistry major. On the one hand, I would have a little bit of a head start in graduate school, but on the other hand, I would have more flexibility if I realize I do not want to study chemical engineering. #Fall25
What are current things being done to advance the world in this field What is the day to day like, and who do you work with? #Spring2025?
What are current things being done to advance the world in this field? What is the day to day like, and who do you work with? #Spring2025
What are good low stress jobs for pre-med to get in clinical / shadowing hours?
Specifically, for either ER or Neurology
How to study for gen chem tests and overall make the material make sense?
Hi, I'm currently a freshman studying neurobiology and right now I have to take a gen chem class. I'm really struggling and don't have a very good grade in the class. I do fine in the labs but when it comes to learning the material for the test I'm not doing well. I've tried different study methods, use practice problems from the professor that are very similar to the ones that will be on the test and nothing is working. I'm worried I'm going to have to retake the class. #fall25
What's the best approach for someone looking to be a forensic scientist or crime scene investigator?
I'm a senior in high school graduating in June. I plan on going to college for biochemistry and also plan to stay in California.
As a high school senior with a strong interest in BioTechnology, what is the best major to take instead in college if Biotechnology is not offered? What is a typical day working in the BioTech field?
Throughout high school, I have developed a strong interest in science, primarily chemistry and biology, and I enjoy hands-on experience through labs and observations.
What part about being a biochemist is most fulfilling, and why do you say that?
I am a high school senior. I have earned a cumulative 4.0 unweighted GPA and a 4.38 weighted GPA, and have worked very hard in school to achieve straight A's throughout the entirety of my high school career. I am interested in the natural sciences: biology, chemistry, physics, etc.. I would like to learn about different specializations in the aforementioned science fields, when specializing became important in school, and how you were able to pick a specialization (because there are just so many). I need to know how much should be apparent now about college, what I should prepare myself for, and what I will find out later on.
How do I participate in undergraduate research at a 4-year university?
Hi! I'm currently a high school senior, looking to pursue a degree in Biochemistry. I would love to also partake in cancer research while attending college to help those in need. #FALL25
How do I go about finding a good paid internship in the summer for my STEM related field #Fall25?
I am an undergraduate freshman majoring in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. As of now, I plan on being a dentist when I obtain my graduate degree.
What are some careers for curing diseases, focused more on the science research part rather than engineering?
I am interested in studying chemistry and biology, and I am interested in curing autoimmune diseases.
What part of science should I focus on if I want to make cures for diseases? What major is best for my goal?
I know I want to be in some field of chemistry and biology, but I am not sure which one aligns best with my goals.
What are the careers I can go into with a major in biochemistry and what types of dual majors with biochemistry should I consider to make myself marketable? I am a high school junior in the IBDP and am not entirely sure I want to study medicine.
GPA is 4.0 and will have 8-10 APs in addition to the IB Diploma when I graduate in 2027.
What should i do Im a 3rd year student in the biochemistry field in a university, and my life goal(which is already clear) is to be a computational biochemist, but my grades are bad as it is now. And based on research to achieve that kind of a goal requires a good amd high grades amidst competitions, which I don't have now. Should I still continue or rather chase this but I love it dearly. ?
I already have some knowledge about simple python and how ML operates behind the scene m, also studying protein which is part of my discipline.