Biology - Plant Biology

Majors selecting this sequence receive broad training in plant biology. this sequence is designed for students seeking jobs with industries, the government and nonprofit organizations working with plants. this sequence will also prepare students for graduate studies in plant biology.

Our faculty helps graduates with introductions and recommendations to educational institutions and employers,our program develops practical knowledge and conceptual foundations for work,many graduates choose typical career paths associated with this major. however, some graduates choose unrelated careers that utilize skills and experiences developed during their years in college.

• Type: Mandatory

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Research and development basic applied quality control administration grant writing employers industry and laboratories: pharmaceutical, healthcare, agriculture production, food processing and safety, environmental private research institutions public health departments state and federal government: national science foundation, national institutes of health food and drug administration, environmental protection agency, department of agriculture armed services, department of homeland security state and local governmental laboratories/agencies colleges and universities strategies learn to set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, and monitor experiments. select courses with laboratory components seek research experience with professors. gain related experience through part-time jobs, internships, or volunteering. complete a certificate training program, usually one year, to learn specialized laboratory techniques take a course in grant writing. a bachelor's degree in biology qualifies one for laboratory technician or research assistant positions. earn master's degree for better positions, advancement opportunities, more responsibility and higher pay. obtain ph.d. to direct research projects and lead research teams. maintain a high grade point average and secure strong faculty recommendations to gain admittance into graduate school. organismal biology some areas of specialization: botany and plant sciences ecology and wildlife marine and aquatic systematic (taxonomy) zoology entomology genetics microbiology: bacteria, algae, fungi, molds, yeasts, viruses, protozoa employers colleges and universities, especially colleges of agriculture and veterinary medicine veterinary hospitals state and federal government: departments of agriculture, interior, and health independent laboratories: food production, textiles, chemical, pharmaceutical, and forestry products zoos and aquariums fish hatcheries wildlife preserves and parks conservation agencies botanical gardens and arboretums museums agricultural experiment stations inspection agencies and control boards national and international environmental organizations private recreation organizations strategies seek related experience through coursework, part-time jobs, internships or volunteering. conduct research or assist in research including the collection of information and samples of water, soil, plants, animals, etc. join student chapters of professional organizations related to your area of interest. obtain a ph.d. for teaching and advanced research and management positions. biomedical sciences some areas of specialization: biophysics biochemistry cellular and molecular biology cytology genetics immunology pathology pharmacology physiology virology

Work while you study

First-year students can only work on campus, and only under certain conditions. In the second year, students can work in practical, curricular or elective jobs. Students may be allowed to consider other types of employment, depending on their circumstances.

Partnerships

Most universities in United States have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. Illinois State University has partnerships with the following companies: