As you explore the world of biochemistry and molecular biology, consider the diverse career paths open to scientists in this field Many biochemists perform
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DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY Job Description Job title Safety and Laboratory Technical Manager (Dept of Biochemistry and the Biochemistry Building)
Applications are invited for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate position to be based in the University of Cambridge, Department of Biochemistry, central
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of industry. Note that some career titles have multiple names for similar positions.
• An asterisk (*) notes that additional training (certification, graduate school, high level of experience) may be
needed in order to obtain this career. Make sure to thoroughly research career pathways.
RESEARCH
/ MANUFACTURING Pharmaceutical Co., Government/University Labs, Biotechnology Firms, Agricultural Chemical Co., Materials/Polymer Development Co., Oil Co., Textile Manufacturers, Food Co. • Lab Research Assistant • Quality Control Technician • Lab Technician • Associate Chemist • Analytical Chemist •
Clinical Technician
• Research Technician • Fiber Technologist • Drug Application Reviewer • Crime Lab Assistant • Patent Examiner • Petroleum Research Asst. • Product Developer • Biotechnologist • Materials Scientist
PUBLISHING / INFORMATION
Corp. Libraries, Publishing Co. Technical Division, Chemical Co., Newspapers • Technical Information Specialist • Assistant Editor • Promotions Assistant
• Scientific Journalist • Technical Writer • Document Analyst • Indexer of Periodicals • Science Text Sales Rep. • Copy Editor • Medial Reference Editorial Assistant • Abstractor • Researcher • Scientific Illustrator • Information Specialist
MARKETING / SALES
• Herbicide/Pesticides • Lab Equipment • Pest Control Services • Chemicals • Photographic Supplies • Pharmaceuticals/Drugs • Abrasives • Biomedical Products • Polymer/Petroleum • Technical Service Rep. • Customer Service Rep. • Water Treatment • Marketing Research Analyst
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
National/State Parks, Chemical Co., Contract Labs, Hazardous Materials/Waste Management
Co., Government, Universities
• Air/Water Quality Control Technician • Hazardous Waste Manager • Lab Technician • Volunteer Coordinator • Nature Interpreter • Park/Forest Ranger • Recreation Planner • Regulatory Affairs Specialist • Documentation Specialist • State Parks & Recreation Worker • Natural Resource Manager • Tour Guide/Educator • Energy Conservation Technician • Environmental Inspector • Conservation Officer • Environmental Technician • Pollution Control Technician • Environmental Analyst
EDUCATION
• Public Health Educator • Environmental Educator • Science Teacher • Peace Corps Volunteer • College Professor • Research Coordinator • Zoo/Wildlife Educator • Technical Institute Educator
HUMAN RESOURCES
• Technical Recruiter • Technical Trainer • Personnel NON -
PROFITS - RESEARCH / POLICY
• Community/Field Organizer • Project Manager • Research Associate • Membership Coordinator • Program Developer • Political Organizer • Grant Writer • Lobbyist • Project Assistant
HEALTH
Healthcare Providers
• Physician • Dentist • Optometrist • Podiatrist • Pharmacist • Veterinarian
Hospitals, Insurers, Non-Profits
• Insurance Customer Service Rep. • Medical Admissions Staff • Patient Advocate
• Hospital Public Relations Assistant • Medical Lab Technician • Public Health Worker
• Medical Technologist • Clinical Lab Specialist • Rehabilitation Specialist
INSURANCE
• Claims Representative/Examiner • Insurance Agent • Underwriter
SPECIALIZATION
Graduate/Professional School
• Healthcare • Pharmacology • Agricultural Chemistry • Food Sciences • Cosmeceutical • Forensics • Analytical Chemistry • Biochemistry • Chemical Engineering • Geochemistry • Inorganic Chemistry • Materials Science • Chemical Biology • Quantum Computing • Polymer Chemistry
Preparation for a Competitive Job Market:
• Focus on transferable skill sets, as you pursue a degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry. • Obtain relevant internship, co-op, or volunteer experiences. • Supplement Chemistry/Biochemistry coursework with classes that are relevant to your career.
• Meet with a Career Specialist to explore options, make decisions, and prepare for career choices.
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