Career questions tagged biotechnology
How can I publish a research paper as a high schooler?
Hi! I'm a sophomore who really loves biotech and Bio. I'm doing a summer program this summer that allows me to write a paper about genome errors and a particular disease. I'd like to work on it over junior year and get it published. Are there any programs where I could get advice on how to edit and improve my paper so that I could eventually publish it? Thank you!
I am in final year of my bachelor's in Biotechnology. Am I eligible to apply to MS in Genetic Counseling in USA?
I have seen some people comment that we need a medical background to enter into Genetic Counseling. Is it true?
How is it like to be a biotech major or how does a career in biotech look?
I am applying to colleges for Biotechnology major. I am particularly interested in research area of biotech. I want some insight into how the career outlook and experiences are. Any information is highly appreciated! Thank you!
What does a biotech engineer design other than prosthetics?
I am a Freshman from Waimea High school and I think that it would be really interesting to design prosthetics for patients but I was wondering if Biotech Engineers design anything else.
What advice would you give a highschool student that waants to major in biotechnology?
I am a sophomore in highschool and is looking for help deciding if biotechnology is the right major for me.
How do you prepare yourself for applying for college out of state?
I am a rising junior and I am so nervous for applying to colleges out of state but what is important to get recognition for out of school colleges?
Are job opportunities great for biotechnology majors in the U.S. as a non-US citizen and non permanent resident?
Currently a rising high school senior. I am thinking of majoring in Biotechnology, so I want to know how do employment opportunities look like as Biotech major. I am also considering grad school.
What would be practical to major in biotechnology if I intended to go to med school?
I'm a sophomore in high school and wondering what's best for me when I get into college.
How social can you be in a biomedical engineering field?
This doesn't need to be specifically biomedical engineering, but it can include any type of engineering. I am a very social person and I fear that there isn't much social interaction occurring within the field.
How difficult is it to enter the field of biology (biotech/ micro bio) in terms of education?
I more concerned about the level of education required and how useful those skills are in a career (what careers become available).
What career path should I follow based on the following information?
I'm an 18-year-old freshly out of high school. I'm not really sure about what I should pursue in college. My interests incline towards chemistry, biology, and psychology and I feel like I want to do something in the field of biology. But the thing is, in this field whatever I'm inclining toward seems like it wouldn't really help me with any placements and job opportunities, at least till I complete my master's in the course. Also, the earning also seems pretty low, specifically in India. I did think about going in the direction of med, but the competition seems way too high, and it feels very challenging so I'm not really sure about it. I was thinking about choosing between pharmacy and biotechnology, but in both cases, the placements and the opportunities seem to be lacking in India. What should I do? Note: this question was asked anonymously by a student
How important is the college I attend in determining my entrance into the workforce and initial success?
Specifically for bio and pre-med?
What should I look for in internships regarding my intended college major (biotech)?
I know the experience alone is pretty good but I wonder if there's something else I should keep an eye on.
how can i become a successful bio major? also is biotechnology a good major.
im struggling to find ways to use a bio major
What courses are best to take for the biomedical field?
I am a freshman in high school and looking to take classes best suited for my future. I am hoping to be a biomedical engineer or in the biotech feild working with cells. I am hoping to go to NCSU. Currently my favorite class in school is biology so I am wanting more classes like that.
How do scientific researchers come up with their ideas?
I'm an 11th grader in some biotechnology classes, and it's got me very interested in pursuing a career in medical research. However, I don't really understand how researchers come up with their ideas. Is there a list out there to choose from, or do people come up with them themselves? Because I've been trying and never came up with anything.
Would it be possible to balance med school and reptiles?
I have 2 reptiles as of right now, but I’m not sure if i can keep them and balance med school.
Is it recommended to major in biomedical sci and minor in comp sci or vice versa for biotech or biomed research fields?
I currently have no background in comp sci as junior in high school.
Which courses in high school can help me prepare for biotechnology??
I am currently a junior in high school. I want to decide my senior year courses and also I am taking a lot of health science courses. But I want to keep my options open to other careers in biology.
What jobs in biotechnology can put one in the frontiers of breakthrough research?
I am deeply fascinated by biology and have a passion for research. I want to explore my career options as a high schooler.
How to obtain enough experience and develop my skills in order to be able to get biologist license in USA as foreign student?
Always happy to make contact with professional in my majors Thank you so much any advice is greatly appreciate
How to enter into biotech business career with BA in Biology?
A BS in Biology but interested in the business aspect of biotech and pharma, not sure about how to follow/enter into this career path.
What are some majors to look for as someone wanting to study biotech?
I feel like I should start thinking about this, but I don't have too many ideas for it.
Going further in a field of study with no resources?
How do you further in your field if not given the resources to pursue further education?
Future Career
My current career goal is to get into Biotechnology, and maybe programming as an alternative. For the biotechnology field, what should I look into to be more prepared?
How exactly should I choose a career in STEM?
Being in STEM is something that I would love to do however, I am not sure exactly what career I want. I know I want to do something that can help people, possibly work with machinery, and have a really good pay. I hate working in teams and I would rather meet up with people initially to discuss plans and then do my work independently. But, engineering does do a lot of team work so I really need to learn how to be efficient with my time. I have been in multiple STEM programs but one of my favorite projects were creating prosthetic limbs and designing mechanical parts and research. So, I am interested in biomedical engineering but, I am also interested in aerospace. Growing up, I never really had much of an interest in planes but I really like learning about space and different theories or possibilities of what the world can look like billion years from now. I have other interests in career choices such as mechatronics, cyber security, and mechanical engineering. I have talked to other people of how exactly should I choose my career but they would always tell me to, ¨follow your passion¨. But here´s the thing... I don´t have a passion! How exactly can I even choose the right career for me when I don´t have passion and I just like STEM?
how long do I have to be in college?
#marine #biology #marine-biology #biotechnology
What are the career options available after Biotechnology B.tech?
#engineering #biotechnology #coding
What kinds of jobs can I apply for in the US as an international student with a Biochemistry/Biotechnology bachelors degree , especially if I want to work for laboratory experience and then apply for graduate school?
#international-student #biochemistry #biotechnology #job
What is the best career to work on investigation, Bio technologist or doctor?
#biotechnology #career #doctor
What would be the best path to be a Genetic Engineer?
#genetic #engineering #biotechnology #science #lifescience
Biotechnology vs Biomedicine vs Bioinformatics
Hello everyone, i'am a non-traditional student and i'am transferring to a for year with an ultimate goal of applying to Medical school. However, I'am having a difficult time choosing a transfer major, at my home institution I've already completed a large majority of science courses from Mircobio to Physics. Since I've completed these courses, its only befitting for me to choose a major that will uptake my current credits. The majors of interest are biotechnology, biomedicine and bioinformatics. Now, although I've researched the hell out of these majors, i still don't know what a typical work day would look like for either profession or if it is a profitable and complementary pathway to my ultimate goals. Someone please help, if you are in any of these fields. Thank you in advance #college-major #biotechnology #bioinformatics #biomedicine #Premed #Medicalschool #college-major
Do biotech workers only work in labs? Or do they work in other places?
#biology #biotechnology
What are the challenges I may face pursuing a career in science, and how can I stand out among the rest?
For my first two years in high school I have been studying biotechnology and I have been working diligently in preparing myself for college and the workforce. Though I have not decided on an exact career, I am deeply considering one within forensics, pharmaceuticals, or in the space exploration fields. What are some of the challenges students may face when applying for college, throughout college, and in the workforce? How can I stand out from the rest? #high-school #student #biotechnology #workforce #science #career #forensics #medicine #pharmaceuticals #space-exploration #future #technology #stem #steam #nasa #astrophysics #planetary-science #women-in-stem
As someone who has a degree in biomedical engineering or works in the field, what types of jobs are available with the field becoming more and more popular daily and jobs becoming scarce?
I am currently a junior in high school considering biomedical engineering and want some more information for potential careers and general career advice. #biomedical-engineering #biotechnology #biomedical
What should I expect when it comes to sexism and racism in the STEM field, because I know it's quite pervasive in the US?
I'm South Asian, muslim, and a woman, and so far I've not experienced a lot of sexist or racist treatment, but I expect I'll run into it eventually. Is there any ideology I should keep in mind, or any resources I should look into? #racism #sexism #biology #biotechnology #women-in-stem
How do I blend visual art and writing skill with my biotechnology degree for a career?
Ever since I was a kid, I was constantly stuck between wanting to be an artist, a writer, or a scientist. There must be some way to have all these things in my life, but I'm not really sure since I want to be a microbiologist or parasitologist. #biology #biotechnology #molecular-biology #marine-biology #cell-biology #evolutionary-biology #wildlife-biology #writer #painting #drawing-and-painting #drawing
How does it look to future employers if you work in a different field for a while?
I am hoping to pursue a career in biomedical engineering. However, I will likely work in an electrical product engineering position for a non-biomedical company following graduation. How will biomedical companies I apply for in the future see this? Will this experience help me or will they assume I am unfamiliar with biomedical technologies and pass on me? #electrical-engineering #biomed #engineering-industry #engineering #biotechnology #first-job #biomedical-engineering #career-change #career-plan
What industry areas of Biomedical Engineering are the best for recent college graduates hoping to pursue a lifelong career in biomedical product engineering?
I am hoping to pursue a career in Biomedical Engineering. Since this field is so broad and full of various areas of concentration, I want to know what areas professionals think are the best to begin with. What areas will help those new to industry narrow down their interests and applicable skill set? For reference, I have a concentration in electrical engineering. #biomedical-engineering #biomed #biotechnology #electrical-engineering #engineering #engineering-industry #first-job
How can I get in contact with people in the profession I'm considering?
I have wanted to become a biomedical engineer for many years, but there are many times when I wonder whether I would truly thrive in this career. I would love to shadow a biomedical engineer, especially as I want to declare my major in college as soon as possible. Is it rude or unacceptable for aspiring students to ask to spend time in the workplace? There aren't many interning positions a high school student is allowed to take up, but even standing on the sidelines for a single day can help students like me get a grasp of what a day of work as a biomedical engineer is like. #hungry-for-info #choosing-a-major #biomedical-engineering #biomedical #biotechnology #bioengineering #bioengineer
What are the best places for a biochemistry/biotechnology internship?
I am a 9th grader that has been interested in this field for a very long time. I know that work experience is quite valued, but don't know where the best internships lie. At least, the best ones in my area. To give a bit more detail about what I'm interested in, I'd like to do something with genetics or forensics. I've already taken an intro to biotechnology class and am in the process of taking an intro to forensics class, so I'm not going in completely blind. Thanks for your help. #biotechnology #biochemistry #internships
Study Habits that are helpful
Lately I've been having trouble in concentrating on any subject of school. Like my mind goes elsewhere. Most of all when I have to study for a quiz or a big test what suggesting's do you have? #biotechnology
What are the job opportunities for someone majoring in Biochemistry?
I'm interested in biochemistry but also want to make sure I'm picking a major that there will be good job opportunities available. I really don't want to be one of those college graduates who gest stuck waiting tables because they can't find a job! #research #biotechnology #science