CAREERS

Related to Biology

Many careers involve the study of life As we go through some of these careers,

circle the ones that interest you the most Botany

The study of plant life and development Agriculture

Production of food through farming Forestry

Managing forests Horticulture

Study of plant cultivation

Careers in Biology

Environmental Science The study of the affects of humans on nature

Conservation Protection of species and their habitats

Ecology The study of biological populations

Alternative energy The study of sustainable energy sources

Biotechnology The application of technology in fields of biology

Bioethics The study of the ethical controversies brought up by biotechnology

Genetics The study of heredity

Genetics counseling The study of heredity applied to family planning

Careers in Biology

Biochemistry The study of chemical processes in living organisms

Forensic Science The application of science to solve a crime

Zoology The study of animals

Herpetology The study of reptiles and amphibians

Veterinary medicine The practice of medicine on animals

Microbiology The study of microscopic organisms

Pathology The study and diagnosis of disease

Biological writing, illustrating and photography Writing, illustrating or photographing for biological publications

Careers in Biology

Careers in Biology

Medicine and health related Endocrinology

The study of disorders if the endocrine system (hormone secretion)

Immunology The study of disorders of the immune system

Neurology The study of disorders of the nervous system

Physiology The study of human functions at the mechanical, physical or

biochemical level Anesthesiology

The study of the administration of drugs during surgery Audiology

The study of disorders associated with hearing

Cardiology The study of disorders associated with the heart

Dermatology The study of disorders associated with the skin

Kinesiology The study of movement

Radiology The study and application of imaging technology like x-rays

Speech pathology The study of disorders that effect an individual’s ability to speak

Biomedical engineering The use of engineering and technology to solve medical problems

Laboratory technician Study lab specimens and report findings

Medicine and Health Related Careers Continued

Medicine and Health Related Careers Continued

Medical illustration Professional artist that creates visual material for medical purposes

Massage therapy Massages muscle tissue for therapeutic purposes

Nursing Provides maintenance or restorative care for the health of patients

Phlebotomy Drawing blood for laboratory tests or blood donation

Physical therapy Helps patients maintain or restore maximum movement

Podiatry The study of disorders of the foot, ankle or lower leg

Respiratory therapy The diagnosis or treatment of breathing problems

Reproductive technology The use of technology in conception and reproduction

Athletic training The practice of preventing and treating athletic injury

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Dental hygienist Most work for a dentist and take care of teeth cleaning

Dentistry Prevention and treatment of disorders of the mouth, teeth and jaw

Nutrition and dietetics Study of heath through proper eating

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Treat and transport patients in an emergency medical situation

Pharmacist Dispense medicine and counsel patients on proper use

Surgical technology Works with a surgeon and maintains a safe, sterile environment

Ultrasound technician Uses ultrasound technology to diagnose disease of the internal

organs or during pregnancy