Careers in Biotech

A career in biotechnology and the life sciences industry gives you the power to make a difference in the world and save lives.

Biotech professionals…

Make a difference in the lives of others through drug discovery for the treatment of illnesses
Are leaders in agriculture, aquaculture, and food production
Are involved in new energy production and waste management
Are doctors, nurses, and health sciences professionals
Are consultants, educators, lawyers, and government officials

Biotech is an ever-evolving industry-there are always new and exciting discoveries to be made and problems to be solved.

The biotechnology and life sciences industry has become a major employment sector in Massachusetts. This dynamic industry offers a wide range of employment opportunities to address significant challenges facing humankind and our planet.

Massachusetts Biopharma Breakdown:

There are over 74,000 biopharma employees in Massachusetts (2019)
Massachusetts life sciences R&D jobs have grown by 47% in the past 10 years.
The average salary of biopharma employees in Massachusetts is $161,281 (2019)

Check out MassBioEd's comprehensive list of career descriptions.

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