Biomedical Research

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

Making Millions Of COVID-19 Tests Is Just One Way Thermo Fisher Scientific Is Fighting The Pandemic

• Share This: Share Making Millions Of COVID-19 Tests Is Just One Way Thermo Fisher Scientific Is Fighting The Pandemic on TwitterShare Making Millions Of COVID-19 Tests Is Just One Way Thermo Fisher Scientific Is Fighting The Pandemic on LinkedinShare Making Millions Of COVID-19 Tests Is Just One Way Thermo Fisher Scientific Is Fighting The Pandemic on Facebook
• Copy Link

Published on September 8, 2021

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a Fortune 100 company committed to pushing science and technology a step beyond, so scientists have the freedom to be bolder and more innovative. Their instruments and technology help scientists and researchers with important work like   …

By Liam Berry - WayUp Author info

Sign up to WayUp to personalize your job search and apply to opportunities from Fortune 500s to startups, all in one place. Let’s get you hired! Click here

facebooktwitterinstagram

Read more »

10 Great Jobs for People With Biology Degrees—Because You Don’t Have to Be a Biologist

• Share This: Share 10 Great Jobs for People With Biology Degrees—Because You Don’t Have to Be a Biologist on TwitterShare 10 Great Jobs for People With Biology Degrees—Because You Don’t Have to Be a Biologist on LinkedinShare 10 Great Jobs for People With Biology Degrees—Because You Don’t Have to Be a Biologist on Facebook
• Copy Link

Published on September 8, 2021

If you have a biology degree—or you’re about to get one—you may feel like there are only a few jobs that you’re suited for, and almost all of them require further schooling. But as a biology major, you’re qualified for …

By Regina Borsellino - The Muse Author info

Expert advice to answer your career questions.

facebooktwitterinstagramlinkedin

Read more »