Pharmaceutical Sciences, 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 Pharmaceutical Sciences, B.S. go on to work in these industries among others.
Pharmaceutical Industry or Research
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Associate Scientist | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Research Fellow | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Materials Scientist | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Analytical Chemist | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Solutions Prep Technician | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Project Analyst | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Senior Associate Chemist | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Senior Associate Scientist | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Senior Lab Technician | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Research and Development Associate | $ 90,000 - $ 100,000 |
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Calibration Technologist | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000 |
| Production Associate | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Manufacturing Technician | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Flavor Chemist | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Manufacturing Chemist | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Production Manager | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Manufacturing Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Senior Chemist | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Manufacturing Associate | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Manufactuing Manager | $ 90,000 - $ 99,000 |
Process Development and Quality Assurance
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Quality Assurance Auditor | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Senior Quality Assurance Auditor | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Quality Control Scientist | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Quality Control Chemist | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Validation Specialist | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Quality Assurance Associate | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Process Development Associate | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Quality Assurance Manager | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Business Development Manager | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Analytics Manager | $ 100,000 - $ 110,000 |
Where Can You Find URI Graduates?
Many alumni who majored in Pharmaceutical Sciences, B.S. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.
Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students
University of Rhode Island | Brown University | Massachusetts College of Pharmacy | University of Connecticut | Hackensack Meridian School of Medician | University of St. Joseph | University of New England | Carnegie Mellon University | John Hopkins University | University of Colorado
Top Employers Hiring Our Grads
Pfizer | Amgen | Sagamore Sales | Sanofi | Thermo Fisher Scientific | Abbvie Inc | Alexion Pharmaceuticals | Denison Pharmaceuticals | CVS Health | Charles River Laboratories | Depuy Synthes, Inc | Eurofins Scientific | Collegium Pharmaceuticals | Integra Lifesciences | Moderna | Merck and Co. | New England Biolabs | Tedor Pharmaceuticals | Vertex Pharmaceuticals | Tufts Medical Center
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
Pharmaceutical Sciences, B.S. Skills:
These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.
- Research
- Undergraduate Research
- High-Performance Liquid Chromatography
- Sales
- Time Management
Contact
Roosevelt Hall
90 Lower College Rd
Kingston, RI 02881
401.874.2993 (ph) / 401.874.5085 (f)
