(UT Austin) Biochemistry Degree, Program Information at The University of Texas at Austin

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
Austin-Round Rock, TX
- Total Employment: 120
- Average Annual Salary: $126,180
- Average Hourly Rate: $60.66
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
Austin-Round Rock, TX
- Total Employment: 280
- Average Annual Salary: $62,250
- Average Hourly Rate: $29.93
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
Austin-Round Rock, TX
- Total Employment: 700
- Average Annual Salary: $62,690
- Average Hourly Rate: $30.14
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	Bachelor	Master	Doctor
Overall
All Students	112	104	2	6

By Gender
Male	66	61	1	4
Female	46	43	1	2

By Race
Non-Resident Alien	2	1	-	1
American Indian	-	-	-	-
Black	3	3	-	-
Asian	44	43	-	1
Hispanic	14	14	-	-
White	48	43	2	3
Unknown	1	-	-	1

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4 Year Programs

Angelo State University

2601 W Avenue N
San Angelo, TX 76909

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 9

Highest Degree Offered: Master's
Campus Location: Small City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 5,000 - 9,999
Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Medium Programs)
Size & Residential Status: Medium Four-Year, Primarily Residential

Lamar University

4400 MLK
Beaumont, TX 77705

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 3

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral
Campus Location: Midsized City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 10,000 - 19,999
Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
Size & Residential Status: Medium Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

Stephen F Austin State University

1936 North St
Nacogdoches, TX 75962

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 1

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral
Campus Location: Remote Town
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 10,000 - 19,999
Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
Size & Residential Status: Medium Four-Year, Primarily Residential

Texas a & M University

Address Not Available
College Station, TX 77843

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 52

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral and First-Professional
Grants A Medical Degree: Yes
Campus Location: Rural Fringe
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 20,000 and Above
Classification: Research Universities (Very High Research Activity)
Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Residential

Texas State University - San Marcos

601 University Dr
San Marcos, TX 78666

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 13

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral
Campus Location: Town Fringe
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 20,000 and Above
Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

Texas Tech University

Broadway and University Avenue
Lubbock, TX 79409

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 34

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral and First-Professional
Campus Location: Midsized City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 20,000 and Above
Classification: Research Universities (High Research Activity)
Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

The University of Texas at Arlington

701 S. Nedderman Dr.
Arlington, TX 76013

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 17

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral
Campus Location: Large City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 20,000 and Above
Classification: Research Universities (High Research Activity)
Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

The University of Texas at Dallas

800 West Campbell Rd
Richardson, TX 75080

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 19

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral
Campus Location: Small City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 10,000 - 19,999
Classification: Research Universities (High Research Activity)
Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

7000 Fannin, Suite 1700
Houston, TX 77030

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 6

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral and First-Professional
Institution Has A Hospital: Yes
Grants A Medical Degree: Yes
Campus Location: Large City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
Classification: Special Focus Institutions--Medical Schools and Medical Centers

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

7703 Floyd Curl Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 4

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral and First-Professional
Institution Has A Hospital: Yes
Grants A Medical Degree: Yes
Campus Location: Large City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
Classification: Special Focus Institutions--Medical Schools and Medical Centers

University of Houston

212 E. Cullen Building
Houston, TX 77204

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 53

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral and First-Professional
Campus Location: Large City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 20,000 and Above
Classification: Research Universities (High Research Activity)
Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

University of North Texas

Chestnut Ave.
Denton, TX 76203

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 19

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral
Campus Location: Midsized City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 20,000 and Above
Classification: Research Universities (High Research Activity)
Size & Residential Status: Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas

5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas, TX 75390

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 10

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral and First-Professional
Institution Has A Hospital: Yes
Grants A Medical Degree: Yes
Campus Location: Large City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
Classification: Special Focus Institutions--Medical Schools and Medical Centers

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4 Year Programs

Abilene Christian University

1600 Campus Court
Abilene, TX 79699

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 14

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral and First-Professional
Campus Location: Midsized City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
Classification: Masters Colleges and Universities (Medium Programs)
Size & Residential Status: Medium Four-Year, Primarily Residential

Austin College

900 N Grand Ave
Sherman, TX 75090

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 9

Highest Degree Offered: Master's
Campus Location: Small City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges--Arts & Sciences
Size & Residential Status: Small Four-Year, Highly Residential

Baylor College of Medicine

One Baylor Plaza BCM 365
Houston, TX 77030

Degrees or Certifications Awarded For This Program: 5

Highest Degree Offered: Doctoral and First-Professional
Grants A Medical Degree: Yes
Campus Location: Large City
Tenure System: Has Tenure System
Students Enrollment: 1,000 - 4,999
Classification: Special Focus Institutions--Medical Schools and Medical Centers