Careers in Microbiology

Microbiology is a powerful major for pursuing diverse careers: research biology (across a range of disciplines), medicine, nursing, pharmacology, and other health and environmental professions. Job opportunities for microbiology graduates exist in government (the Centers for Disease Control, the Environmental Protection Agency), hospitals and veterinary clinics, industry (food, beverage and pharmaceuticals), agriculture, consulting... the possibilities are almost limitless. Job titles for microbiology graduates include technicians, researchers, doctors and veterinarians, counselors, advisors, scientific writers, analysts, investigators, journalists, administrators, film-makers, sales professionals, managers, policy-makers, conservationists, and many other occupations.