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Join our biochemistry and molecular biology graduates in success

100% of biochemistry and molecular biology majors landed a job or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation.

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Contact Information

Science and Health Care Pathway Leader
Pauline Binder-Finnema
Academic Research Internships
847-735-5235
pbinderfinnema@mx.lakeforest.edu

Science and Health Care Internship Specialist
Jyoti Rao
Academic Internships (excluding Research)
847-735-5235
jrao@mx.lakeforest.edu

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One Major, Multiple Paths

A degree in biochemistry and molecular biology can open up a variety of opportunities. Here's a sample of job titles our newest graduates have held in the last five years:

Lab Technician
Medical Assistant
Medical Sales Representative
Medical Scribe
Medical Technologist
Patient Care Technician
Quality Assurance Technician
Rehabilitation Services Technician
Research Scientist
Research Technician

Where our graduates land

Our students have completed an internship or landed a job with high-profile organizations in and beyond Chicago.

Our most recent graduates have interned at or joined the ranks of these companies in the last five years:

Advocate Aurora Health
Bellin Health
Deciphera Pharmaceuticals
Derick Dermatology
Endeavor Health System
Haribo of America Manufacturing
Illinois Bone and Joint Institute
Lake Forest Acute Care
Medline Industries
Rosalind Franklin University
Rush University Medical Center
Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute

Advancing their studies

Biochemistry and molecular biology graduates have also furthered their studies through graduate programs across the country. We set our students up for success so they can enroll in diverse programs such as this sample of degrees pursued by recent graduates:

PharmD (University of Chicago)
PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (University of California Santa Barbara)
PhD in Biostatistics (Johns Hopkins University)
PhD in Interdisciplinary Biological/Biomedical Sciences (Northwestern University, University of Colorado Boulder, Vanderbilt University
PhD in Neurobiology (University of Chicago)
PhD in Neuroscience (University of Pennsylvania)

A Lake Forest College education is built for the future. All students are equipped with the most sought-after professional skills: writing, speaking, critical thinking, and an understanding of human society and cultures. Our interdisciplinary curriculum sets our graduates apart as competitive and uniquely qualified candidates who are eager to take on the challenges presented in today's professional world. Learn more about how our students turn their passions into a career on our Success Stories and Outcomes page.

Success Stories and Outcomes

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Lake Forest College prepared me to be confident in approaching new projects independently and taught me skills for finding solutions and thinking outside the box, which has helped me to succeed in my professional experiences.

Gwen Baker '22, Public Relations Coordinator at the Shedd Aquarium

Gwen's journey isn't the only way to make it at Lake Forest College. Our career pathways offer a multitude of different ways to take advantage of the education here as well as the opportunities after graduation.

Career Pathways

Our biochemistry and molecular biology graduates...

Understand concepts, laboratory techniques,

and quantitative analyses to solve current day problems

Use instrumentation in the design, execution,

and critical interpretation of experiments

Work responsibly, collaboratively, and ethically

on teams in the development of scientific communities

Identify and respond to problems

with logical analysis and mindfulness of context

Networking and Career Preparation

Learn more about the Forester Network

Our students have opportunities to engage with professionals working in various fields of interest and build meaningful connections before graduation.

Lake Forest College students don't only get a fantastic education, but also hone applicable skills that employers are seeking in candidates.

Our career counselors ensure that our students are well prepared for whatever path they choose.

At Lake Forest College, you will have the opportunity to connect with professionals from a multitude of fields.

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