Biotechnology Major Related Careers
The following careers are directly or indirectly related to the study of this major. Click the job title to learn more about it. To search for more career options, visit OnetOnline.org.
Biotechnology
The B.S. in Biotechnology program equips students with a solid foundation in basic scientific principles, as well as specialized knowledge and skills in biotechnology techniques and applications. Graduates of this program will be prepared for careers in the biotechnology and related industries, such as the pharmaceutical and agricultural sectors, or to continue their education in graduate programs in biotechnology or related fields. The B.S. in Biotechnology also provides a strong foundation for advanced professional degrees and for careers in the life sciences.
The B.A. in Biotechnology focuses on preparing students for non-research-oriented careers in the life science industry, such as pharmaceutical sales, marketing, technical writing, or data specializations. The curriculum is designed to meet the needs of various life science businesses. The major is frequently accompanied with major or minor degrees in Biology, Chemistry, or Biochemistry to further enhance career opportunities.
If you are interested in a Biotechnology major, you must take the Chemistry Placement Exam (CPE) online. The results of the CPE will determine your placement level for your first chemistry course. For more details on the CPE, contact the Department of Chemistry at (812) 855-2700.
For more information on the Biotechnology major, visit the departmental website and the College of Arts and Sciences Academic Bulletin.
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Academic information
University Division's Explore Programs tool is the place to go for academic information about any IUB major, minor, or certificate.
Open in Explore Programs- Biochemical Engineers
- Clinical Research Coordinators
- Molecular and Cellular Biologists
- Natural Sciences Managers
- Water Resource Specialists
- Biochemists and Biophysicists
- Biologists
- Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary
- Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health
- Epidemiologists
- Microbiologists
- Soil and Plant Scientists
- Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
Career Interests
John Holland developed a theoretical framework consisting of six general themes that describe broad areas interest relating to self and the working world. If you are interested in discovering your career interests, visit our Learn more about yourself page to learn about the Strong Interest Inventory.
This major consists of the following themes:
- Realistic
- Investigative
- Conventional
Biotechnology Major Related Skills
Below is a sampling of skills related to this major mapped from the Skillscan Driver Assessment. The SkillScan assessment provides a simple 3-step process to help you learn about your strengths and weaknesses, the skills you enjoy and want to use in a career and those skills needing development. Consider taking the SkillScan assessment to better understand your skills as it relates to majors at IU.
Analytical
- Solve Problems
- Analyze
- Manage Data or Records
Communication
- Listen
- Speak or Interact
- Write
Management or Leadership
- Make Decisions
- Build a Team
Student Organizations
- Biotechnology Club at Indiana University (Biotechnology Club)
- Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T)
- Bioethics Society at Indiana University
- Center of Excellence for Women in Technology (CEWiT)
- Women in Science at Indiana University (WinS @ IU)
- Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students (MAPS at IUB)
- Pre-Health Professionals Club
Sample Resume
Career Guides
Our unique IU Career Guides offers the A-Zs of each field’s preferred educational backgrounds, as well as employment opportunities and insider tips, industry-related interview questions, and a lot more. Below are related career guides for this major.