Biology
| What is Biology? | Related Career Titles |
| Related Major Skills | Job & Internship Search Links |
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What is Biology?
According to the American Institute of Biological Sciences:
Biologists learn how living things work, how they interact with one another, and how they evolve. They may study cells under a microscope, insects in a rainforest, viruses that affect human beings, plants in a greenhouse, or lions in the African grasslands. Their work increases our understanding about the natural world in which we live and helps us address issues of personal well being and worldwide concern, such as environmental depletion, threats to human health, and maintaining viable and abundant food supplies.
Related Career Titles
| Agronomist | Environmental Engineer | Marine Engineering Tech |
| Animal Scientist | Environmental Health | Marine Fisheries/Worker |
| Aquaculture Farmer | Environmental Protection | Marine Geologist |
| Aqua culturist | Ergonomist | Marine Sales |
| Aquarium & Museum | Fish Hatchery Tech | Marine Tourist Worker |
| Aquarium Technician | Fisheries Conservation | Market Research Analyst |
| Aquatic Biologist | Florist | Medical Illustrator |
| Barrier Beach Mgr | Food Scientist-Tech | Medical Laboratory Tech |
| Bio-Engineer | Forester | Medical Librarian |
| Bio-Technologist | Genetic Eng. Research | Medical Technologist |
| Biochemist | Geographer | Meteorologist |
| Biometrician | Health Officer | Microbiologist |
| Boat Builder & Repair | Horticulturist | Molecular Biologist |
| Botanist | Hospital Administrator | Mortician |
| Chem. Oceanographer | Hydrographic Surveyor | Museum/Aquarium Admin. |
| Chiropractor | Industrial Hygienist | Mycologist |
| Coastal Resources Mgr. | Industrial Marine Econ. | Naval Architect |
| Commercial Fish. Eng. | Limnological Technician | Net Designer |
| Coroner | Marine-Coastal Consult | Neurobiologist |
| Dentist | Marine Bacteriologist | Oceanographer |
| Dietitian & Nutritionist | Marine Biologist | Paramedic |
| Ecologist | Marine Ecologist | Parasitologist |
| Pharmacy Technician | Physical Therapist | Pharmaceutical Sales |
| Science Lab Tech. | Public Health Worker | Physician |
| Zoologist | Science Teacher | Salt Marsh Manager |
| Wildlife Resources Mgr. | State Parks & Recreation | Science Writer |
| Technical Writer | Test-Inspection Tech. | Soil Conservationist |
| Underwater Technician | Veterinarian | Systems Analyst |
| Geophysicist/ Physicist | Wildlife Biologist | Toxicologist |
| Water Quality Technician | Seafood Processor-Researcher | Science Illustrator |
| Commercial Inland Water Transportation Worker |
Related Major Skills
Operate scientific
equipment |
Independent worker |
Information handling
& organization |
Curiosity and
creativity |
Biology theory &
practical knowledge |
Statistical awareness |
Oral & written
communication |
Numerical computation |
Analytical &
quantitative abilities |
Innovative talents |
Problem solving |
Technical skills |
Teamwork |
Job & Internship Search Links
Technical/Research
The Scientist/Careers
Careers with the Agricultural Research Service
Sciencejobs.com: the best jobs from the leaders in bioscience
Environmental
North Carolina Department of Environmental and Natural Resources Job Listings
Health
U.S. Dept of Health & Human Services
Health and Human Services Student Jobs
National Institute of Health
Internships
Undergraduate Research Opportunities
Links by state to research opportunities at The American Physiological Society site
UNCW Department of Biology BioMER program
Career Planning Links
What is an Animal Behaviorist?
OR
Animal
Behavior Society
Healthcare Career Resource Center: Site includes short history of medical careers, healthcare career information, and information on schools & scholarships
Biological and Medical Scientists Occupational Outlook Handbook, U.S. Dept of Labor
Careers in Biology from Emporia State University
Careers in Biological Sciences
Sloan Career Cornerstone Center-Career planning resources in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, computing and healthcare.
Professional Association Links
The American Society for Cell Biology
American Association of Zoo Keepers
American Aquarium and Zoo
Association
The American Institute of Biological Sciences
International Biometric Society
The Company of Biologists Limited
US Geological Survey - Biological Resources
The American Academy of Forensic Sciences
National Society of Genetic Counselors
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