(The Graduate Center) Biochemistry Degree, Program Information at Cuny Graduate School and University Center

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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Natural Sciences Managers
Job Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.
Salary and Wages
Edison, NJ Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 1,030
- Average Annual Salary: $164,760
- Average Hourly Rate: $79.21
Nassau-Suffolk, NY Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 180
- Average Annual Salary: $121,660
- Average Hourly Rate: $58.49
Newark-Union, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 1,350
- Average Annual Salary: $175,130
- Average Hourly Rate: $84.20
New York-White Plains-Wayne, NY-NJ Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 970
- Average Annual Salary: $136,340
- Average Hourly Rate: $65.55
Projections
- Total Employment (2006): 40,743
- Total Employment Projected (2016): 45,381
- Percent Job Growth: 11.38%
Important Abilities
- Oral Comprehension
- Written Comprehension
- Oral Expression
- Written Expression
- Problem Sensitivity
- Deductive Reasoning
- Inductive Reasoning
- Speech Recognition
- Speech Clarity
Biologists
Job Description
Research or study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and functions.
Important Abilities
- Oral Comprehension
- Written Comprehension
- Oral Expression
- Written Expression
- Problem Sensitivity
- Inductive Reasoning
- Information Ordering
- Category Flexibility
- Near Vision
- Speech Recognition
Biochemists and Biophysicists
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.
Salary and Wages
Edison, NJ Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 990
- Average Annual Salary: $109,410
- Average Hourly Rate: $52.60
Nassau-Suffolk, NY Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 310
- Average Annual Salary: $82,460
- Average Hourly Rate: $39.65
Newark-Union, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 950
- Average Annual Salary: $117,860
- Average Hourly Rate: $56.66
New York-White Plains-Wayne, NY-NJ Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 530
- Average Annual Salary: $89,790
- Average Hourly Rate: $43.17
Projections
- Total Employment (2006): 20,131
- Total Employment Projected (2016): 23,326
- Percent Job Growth: 15.87%
Important Abilities
- Oral Comprehension
- Written Comprehension
- Oral Expression
- Written Expression
- Fluency of Ideas
- Originality
- Problem Sensitivity
- Deductive Reasoning
- Inductive Reasoning
- Information Ordering
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists
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.
Salary and Wages
Edison, NJ Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 1,530
- Average Annual Salary: $101,590
- Average Hourly Rate: $48.84
Nassau-Suffolk, NY Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 850
- Average Annual Salary: $92,180
- Average Hourly Rate: $44.32
Newark-Union, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 2,500
- Average Annual Salary: $106,210
- Average Hourly Rate: $51.06
New York-White Plains-Wayne, NY-NJ Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 3,210
- Average Annual Salary: $92,430
- Average Hourly Rate: $44.44
Projections
- Total Employment (2006): 87,402
- Total Employment Projected (2016): 105,039
- Percent Job Growth: 20.18%
Important Abilities
- Oral Comprehension
- Written Comprehension
- Oral Expression
- Written Expression
- Problem Sensitivity
- Deductive Reasoning
- Inductive Reasoning
- Information Ordering
- Near Vision
- Speech Recognition
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Job Description
Teach courses in biological sciences.
Important Abilities
- Oral Comprehension
- Written Comprehension
- Oral Expression
- Written Expression
- Deductive Reasoning
- Inductive Reasoning
- Speech Clarity

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Awarded Degrees and Program Completion Details

Biochemistry

	Total	Certificate	Doctor
Overall
All Students	12	7	5

By Gender
Male	7	3	4
Female	5	4	1

By Race
Non-Resident Alien	8	6	2
American Indian	-	-	-
Black	-	-	-
Asian	-	-	-
Hispanic	-	-	-
White	4	1	3
Unknown	-	-	-

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