Pennsylvania State University Biochemistry
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- Natural Sciences Managers
- Job DescriptionPlan, 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.Projections
- Total Employment (2008): 44,600
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 51,500
- Percent Job Growth: 6.90%

- Biologists
- Job DescriptionResearch 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.
- Biochemists and Biophysicists
- Job DescriptionStudy 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%

- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists
- Job DescriptionConduct 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%

- Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
- Job DescriptionTeach courses in biological sciences. Read more about postsecondary biology science teachers in our career profile section.
Awarded Degrees and Program Completion Details
Biochemistry
| Total | Bachelor | Master | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | |||
| All Students | 56 | 44 | 3 |
| By Gender | |||
| Male | 32 | 27 | 2 |
| Female | 24 | 17 | 1 |
| By Race | |||
| Non-Resident Alien | 8 | 1 | 3 |
| American Indian | - | - | - |
| Black | 2 | 2 | - |
| Asian | 4 | 3 | - |
| Hispanic | 2 | - | - |
| White | 40 | 38 | - |
| Unknown | - | - | - |
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- 1621 N. 13th St.
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- Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 5
- Highest Degree Offered: Master's
- Campus Location: Small City
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