Pathways for Post-Undergraduate Life Science Careers
BIOL 3050
1 hour
Pathways for Post-Undergraduate Life Science Careers
Communication
Course Description
Course prepares life science majors for the workforce immediately after earning a bachelor’s degree. Students will explore employment sectors, learn job search strategies, and build professional skills necessary for competitive hiring. Emphasis is placed on career exploration, resume/cover letters, professional branding, interviewing, and translating academic experiences into marketable competencies.
Athena Title
Biology Careers
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in BIOL 3051, BIOL 3052
Prerequisite
BIOL 1108 or BIOL 2108H
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall and spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
Students will learn to analyze key trends in life science employment sectors and their impacts on employment opportunities for undergraduates majoring in biology.
Students will learn to identify potential career paths within the biological sciences, using online tools and professional networking resources to research and evaluate opportunities.
Students will learn to develop a professional brand that aligns with personal interests, career goals, and industry expectations, with a focus on effective self-presentation in the job market.
Students will learn to design resumes and cover letters for specific job opportunities and create tailored interview strategies to maximize success in competitive hiring environments.
Topical Outline
Emerging Trends in Biotechnology and Career Opportunities
Navigating the Life Science Job Market
Introduction to Job Searching Tools and Platforms
Leveraging College Experiences to Develop Job-Ready Skills
Building and Expanding Your Professional Network
Mapping Career Paths and Growth Opportunities in the Life Sciences
Building a Personal Brand for the Job Market
Crafting Resumes, Cover Letters and Interviewing Skills
Successfully Transitioning from College to a Career
Institutional Competencies Learning Outcomes
Communication
The ability to effectively develop, express, and exchange ideas in written, oral, interpersonal, or visual form.
