Biology, B.A.
What Can You Do With This Major?
We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Biology, B.A. go on to work in these industries among others.
Health/ Healthcare
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Medical Technologist | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Product Support Specialist | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Medical Laboratory Scientist | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Medical Assistant | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Customer Operations | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Information System Technician | $ 90,000 - $ 99,000 |
| Control System Analyst | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Medical Sonographer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Referral Coordinator | $ 110,000 - $ 119,000 |
| Family Physician | $ 170,000 - $ 179,000 |
Education
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Research Assistant | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000 |
| Math Learning Tutor | $ 20,000 - $ 29,000 |
| Teacher | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| College Advisor | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Instrument Specialist | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Health Promotion Specialist | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Genetic Counselor | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Behavior Analyst | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Research Assistant Professor | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Postsecondary Program Assistant | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
Laboratory/ Pharmaceutical
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Associate Scientist | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Quality Control Analyst | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000 |
| Technical Services Associate | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Manufacturing Chemist | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Social Scientist | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Toxicologist | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Quality Assurance Associate | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Quality Assurance Specialist | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Analytical Chemist | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
Where Can You Find URI Graduates?
Many alumni who majored in Biology, B.A. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.
Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students
University of Rhode Island | Nova Southeastern University | University of Miami | Brown University | Northeastern University | Boston University | Bryant University | Johnson and Wales University | Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences | Rhode Island College
Top Employers Hiring Our Grads
Nsrec | The Broad Institute Inc | Amgen Inc. | Tech Global Inc. | Abbott Laboratories | Girus Life Sciences, Inc. | National Institute of Standards and Technology | Nitto Denko Avecia, Inc. | Pfizer Inc. | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc | Dominion Diagnostics, LLC | Ess Laboratory | Gene Veritas Inc | Johns Hopkins Hospital | Oncology Clinical Research | University of Maryland | Dicema Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | Canyons School District | Rhode Island Dept of Environmental Management | Triumvirate Environmental, Inc
What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?
Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.
Career Readiness for All Majors:
- Critical thinking
- Oral and written communication
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Digital technology
- Professionalism
- Career and self development
- Equity and inclusion
Biology, B.A. Skills:
These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.
- Research
- Public Speaking
- Teaching
- Sales
- Management
Contact
Roosevelt Hall
90 Lower College Rd
Kingston, RI 02881
401.874.2993 (ph) / 401.874.5085 (f)
