Students & Career Seekers

Career Information and Resources

The life sciences is an ever-evolving industry in which there are always new and exciting discoveries to be made and problems to be solved. It has become a major employment sector in Massachusetts, and around the world. This dynamic industry offers a wide range of employment opportunities which allow you to address significant challenges facing humankind and our planet. A career in the life sciences industry gives you the power to make a difference in the world and save lives. Life sciences professionals are:

  • Making a difference in the lives of others through drug discovery for the treatment of illnesses
  • Leaders in agriculture, aquaculture, and food production
  • Involved in new energy production and waste management
  • Doctors, nurses, and health sciences professionals
  • Consultants, educators, lawyers, and government officials

Explore varied careers, foundational sciences, and lab facilities in the life sciences at the links below.

MassBioEd Resources

Virtual Lab Tours

Science Behind the Careers

Other External Resources