Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Biochemistry

  • A program that focuses on the scientific study of the chemistry of living systems, their fundamental chemical substances and reactions, and their chemical pathways and information transfer systems, with particular reference to carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. Includes instruction in bio-organic chemistry, protein chemistry, bioanalytical chemistry, bioseparations, regulatory biochemistry, enzymology, hormonal chemistry, calorimetry, and research methods and equipment operation. Find colleges offering biochemistry degree.
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    • Job Description
      Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields. Read more about natural sciences managers in our career profile section.
      Salary and Wages

      Baton Rouge, LA

      • Total Employment: 60
      • Average Annual Salary: $80,340
      • Average Hourly Rate: $38.62
      Projections
      • Total Employment (2008): 44,600
      • Total Employment Projected (2018): 51,500
      • Percent Job Growth: 6.90%
    • Job Description
      Research or study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and functions. Read more about biologists in our career profile section.
    • Job Description
      Study the chemical composition and physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms. Read more about biochemists and biophysicists in our career profile section.
      Projections
      • Total Employment (2008): 23,200
      • Total Employment Projected (2018): 31,900
      • Percent Job Growth: 8.70%
    • Job Description
      Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation or other research, production, technical writing, or related activities. Read more about medical scientists in our career profile section.
      Projections
      • Total Employment (2008): 109,400
      • Total Employment Projected (2018): 153,600
      • Percent Job Growth: 44.20%
    • Job Description
      Teach courses in biological sciences. Read more about postsecondary biology science teachers in our career profile section.
    Awarded Degrees and Program Completion Details
    Biochemistry
     TotalBachelorMasterDoctor
    Overall
    All Students4036-4
     
    By Gender
    Male2423-1
    Female1613-3
     
    By Race
    Non-Resident Alien53-2
    American Indian11--
    Black11--
    Asian77--
    Hispanic----
    White2220-2
    Unknown44--
     
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