Biology is the study of living organisms; it deals with their form and structure, their behaviour, their function, their growth and development, and their relationship with their environment. The study of biology occurs at various levels, from the way organisms function at the molecular level (biochemistry, genetics), the cellular level (cell biology, microbiology), the organ level (anatomy, physiology), and the whole-organism level (ecology, field biology). Learning occurs in the classroom, in the laboratory, and in the field. In studying biology, one can learn to more fully appreciate the beauty, diversity and complexity within creation, and learn important skills needed to work in areas as diverse as resource management, research, medicine, plant breeding, and pest control.
Skills Developed as a Biology Major
- Knowledge of biological organisms and systems
- Investigation and research skills
- Cataloguing information
- Logic reasoning
- Biology theory & practical knowledge
- Writing technical reports
- Oral & written communication
- Numerical computation
- Analytical & quantitative abilities
- Skills in laboratory techniques
- Problem solving
Sample Fields of Work and Career Titles
| Limnological Technician |
Dietitian & Nutritionist |
| Industrial Hygienist |
Marine Ecologist |
| Museum/Aquarium Admin |
Physical Therapist |
| Chem. Oceanographer |
Parasitologist |
| Molecular Biologist |
Marine Biologist |
| Research Medical Technologist |
Physician |
| Marine Bacteriologist |
Oceanographer |
| Zoologist Science Teacher |
Paramedic |
| Transportation Worker |
Dentist |
| Seafood Processor-Researcher |
Mycologist |
| Wildlife Resources Mgr |
Chiropractor |
| Soil Conservationist |
Neurobiologist |
| Underwater Technician |
Ecologist |
| Geophysicist/ Physicist |
Veterinarian |
| Bio-Engineer Forester |
Wildlife Biologist |
| Medical Laboratory Tech |
Toxicologist |
| Food Scientist-Tech |
Botanist |
| Market Research Analyst |
Horticulturist |
| Fisheries Conservation |
Microbiologist |
| Aquarium Technician |
Health Officer |
| Marine Tourist Worker |
Biometrician |
| Fish Hatchery Tech |
Meteorologist |
| Aquarium & Museum |
Biochemist |
| Environmental Protection |
Genetic Engineer |
| Water Quality Technician |
Medical Librarian |
| Aqua Culture Farmer |
Bio-Technologist |
| Marine Fisheries/Worker |
Medical Illustrator |
| Environmental Health |
Aquatic Biologist |
| Agronomist Env. Engineer |
Animal Scientist |
| Marine Engineering Tech |
Marine Geologist |
| Coastal Resources Mgr |
Marine-Coastal Consult |
| Science Lab Tech |
Public Health Inspector |
| Pharmaceutical Sales |
Pharmacy Technician |
A Sample of Redeemer Biology Majors' Career Titles
Highschool Teacher, Zambia
Laboratory Research Assistant, University of Western Ontario
Lab Technician, Allelix Ltd., Mississauga
Research Associate, Howard Hughes Medical Institute MD
Field Biologist, BASF Canada, Inc. Mississauga
Quality Control Assistant, AMCO Pharmaceuticals Lab, Brandford
Water Researcher, Pollution Probe, Toronto
Research Scientist, Canadian Forest Service, Natural Resources Canada, Ottawa
Registered Nurse, Stollery Children’s Hospital, Edmonton
Medical Illustrator, Imagineering Media Services, Toronto
Substitute Teacher, Fayetteville Technical Community College, North Carolina
Plant Protection Inspector, Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Quality Control Technician, E.D. Smith, Winona
ER Doctor, Thunder Bay Regional Hospital
Bio-solids Applicator, Wessuc Inc., Brantford, ON (Environmental Firm)
Waste Auditor, Jacques Whitford (Environmental Consulting Firm)
Research and Development, Green Roof, Waterloo, Ontario
Watershed Planner, Kawartha Conservation, Lindsay, ON
Conservation Biologist, State of New York
Conservationist, A Rocha, White Rock, BC
Environmental Consultant, Mission BC
Environmental Consultant, Jacques Whitford, Burlington
Land Application Coordinator, Wessuc Inc., Brantford, ON
Intern, ECHO (Educational Concerns for Hunger Organization), Fort Meyers, FL
Tillage and Soil Management, NCSU Soil Science, Raleigh NC
Environmental Studies Internship Coordinator, The King’s University College, Edmonton
Website Resources
Canadian Federation of Biological Societies
American Association for the Advancement of Science
Canadian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular & Cellular Biology
Canadian Society of Microbiologists
Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada
Society for Conservation Biology
Science Teachers' Association of Ontario
Canadian Association of Medical Education
Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Canadian Society of Plant Physiologists
Science Jobs
Canadian Environmental Jobs
BioCareers
CCHREI's Internship Program
Science Careers
MNR Internship Program
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada
Ontario Environment Business Directory
Conservation Ontario