Cell and Molecular Biology, B.S.
What Can You Do With This Major?
We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Cell and Molecular Biology, B.S. go on to work in these industries among others.
Medical/ Healthcare
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Certified Medical Assistant | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000 |
| Phlebotomist | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000 |
| Clinical Technician | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Lab Technician | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Medical Technologist | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Epidemiologist | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Clinical Informatics Specialist | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Flow Cytometry Specialist | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Pharmacy Manager | $ 160,000 - $ 169,000 |
| Physician's Assistant | $ 100,000 - $ 109,000 |
Education/ Research
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Research Technician | $ 20,000 - $ 29,000 |
| Research Associate | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Molecular Lab Technician | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Social Scientist | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Research Associate II | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Analytical Chemist | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Coding Instructor | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Associate Scientist | $ 150,000 + |
Other Medical/ Laboratory
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| EMT | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000 |
| Raw Materials Analyst | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000 |
| Medical Scribe | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000 |
| Laboratory Teaching Assistant | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Biochemist | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Medical Laboratory Scientist | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Science Project Manager | $ 120,000 - $ 129,000 |
| Research Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Laboratory Technician | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Patent Scientist | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
Where Can You Find URI Graduates?
Many alumni who majored in Cell and Molecular Biology, B.S. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.
Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students
University of Rhode Island | Mote Marine Laboratory | Tufts University | Brown University | University of Adelaide | Boston University | University of Connecticut | Northeastern University | Johnson and Wales University | NYU Grossman School of Medicine
Top Employers Hiring Our Grads
United States Department of the Army | University of Rhode Island | Sirion Therapeutics, Inc. | Brigham and Women's Hospital | Eurofins Scientific, Inc. | Finch Therapeutics | Genzyme Corporation | Yoh Services LLC | Rubius Therapeutics, Inc. | Amgen Inc. | Siemens AG | Alpha Analytical, Inc. | Biolabs Inc | Cornell University | Dominion Diagnostics, LLC | Idexx Laboratories, Inc. | Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings | Lifespan Corporation | Rhode Island Blood Center | Rhode Island Hospital
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
Cell and Molecular Biology, B.S. Skills:
These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.
- Research
- Undergraduate Research
- Polymerase Chain Reaction
- Gel Electrophoresis
- Teaching
Contact
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90 Lower College Rd
Kingston, RI 02881
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