Explore a career in Biomedical Research.

Biomedical research is the broad area of science that involves the investigation of the biological process and the cause of disease. Scientists discover ways to prevent ill-health, and to develop beneficial products, medications, and procedures to treat and cure diseases and conditions that cause illness. This research can be carried out in various settings:

  • Academia
  • Industrial research
  • Government agencies
  • Hospitals and medical facilities
  • Non-government institutions
  • Foreign institutions

Gain Experience

You can become involved in research at a variety of levels. These careers will often require you to gain experience early on in your undergraduate career.

  • Successful candidates have:
    • Analytical skills
    • Laboratory and/or technical skills
    • Ability to work independently or on a multidisciplinary team
    • Strong academic accomplishments and content knowledge
    • Organizational skills
    • Research experience
    • Oral and written communication skills
  • Hiring and application cycle:
    • Internship Cycle – competitive programs in the fall and spring
    • Graduate Program Application Cycle – fall
    • Job Cycle – fall and spring

Pre-Med & Pre-Health Opportunities for Non-STEM Majors

As a part of Investigating Research Month, the Office of Undergraduate Research is hosting Pre-Med & Pre-Health Opportunities for Non-STEM Majors this Thursday, October 10, from 5:30-6:30pm in Dewey 1-101 for pre-health students interested in finding health research opportunities. Join …

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This Week in the Healthcare Community | October 3, 2024

As exams get underway and the weather starts getting a little cooler, take some time to think about internships, webinars, and opportunities to connect with these events and postings!

Greene Center and Career Community Programs
SUNY Upstate Medical University Virtual …

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A Multidisciplinary Approach to Treating Brain Disorders

Aliyah Snyder, PhD, originally thought she would participate in the Olympics. After multiple concussions, however, she struggled with memory, balance, motion sickness, and headaches, and was no longer able to compete.

Snyder has since dedicated herself to learning more about …

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Industry Guides

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