Biology
Explore Genetics & Biotech at MTSU. Dive into molecular biology, biotechnology, and medical research for rewarding careers.
Biology, Genetics and Biotechnology Concentration, B.S.
Genetics and biotechnology is for students who are interested in the inner workings of organisms and cells. This concentration is also considered molecular biology and utilizes genetic and biochemical technologies to address basic science and applied science questions, many of which have a medical slant.
Examples of applied science pursuits relevant to this area are the production of genetically engineered, medically relevant biology products, such as insulin, or diagnostic testing, such as PCR-based COVID or genetic disease testing.
Examples of basic science pursuits undertaken in this area are investigating which genes are involved in a stress response or how a whole organism develops from a single fertilized egg.
Graduates of this concentration typically work in biotechnology industry or medical research laboratories. They also pursue advanced degrees, such as M.S., Ph.D, or M.D., so they can become leaders of research and medical teams.
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TN Girls in STEM event brings careers, hands-on experiences to teens
From “intense” to “amazing,” those were two of the reactions to hands-on experiences for more than 150 combined middle and high schoolers attending the 28th annual Tennessee Girls in STEM Conference at Middle Tennessee State University.[ Read More ]
Blue Raiders behind the scenes: Lifesaving work in medical labs, startups, industries, and C-suites
Metro Nashville’s health care ecosystem is like the human body: Big things happen where we can’t see them. Blue Raiders are doing lifesaving work behind the scenes in medical labs, business startups, industrial settings, and corner offices. Several Master of Science in Professional Science concentrations are springboards for these industry jobs, combining a foundational business [ Read More ]
Biology, Genetics and Biotechnology Concentration, B.S.
A degree in biology is a “foundation degree”—a direct door-opener for a large number of careers, as well as a crucial first undergraduate step on the path toward those careers that require additional graduate training.
Examples include
- Agricultural scientist
- Animal behaviorist
- Bio-engineer
- Desert ecologist
- Medical laboratory tech
- Medical librarian
- Microbiologist
- Molecular endocrinologist
- Park ranger
- Safety manager
- Science teacher
- State park resource ecologist
- Toxicologist
- Virologist
- Wildlife biologist
- Zoo biologist
Employers of MTSU alumni include
- Aegis Sciences Corporation
- American Red Cross
- Area High Schools
- Arnold Air Force Base
- Austin Peay State University
- Biomimetic Therapeutics
- Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.
- Center for Disease Control and Prevention
- Covance
- Cytometry Associates
- Environmental Science Corp.
- Erlanger Medical Center
- GenHunter Corporation
- ICON Clinical Research
- Jack Daniels Distillery
- Local Community Colleges
- Merck and Co.
- Monsanto
- Oak Ridge National Laboratory
- Pathgroup Laboratories
- Pfizer Inc.
- Tennessee Bureau of Investigation
- Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
- USDA
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Vi-jon
MTSU’s Career Development Center
MTSU offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called Handshake.
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