Careers

In addition to pursing postdoctoral positions, PhD graduates are well-positioned to lead research in fields such as

  • biochemistry,
  • bioengineering,
  • bioinnovation,
  • biomedical science,
  • biotechnology,
  • environmental biology,
  • forensic science,
  • genetics,
  • medicine,
  • molecular biology,
  • pharmaceutics or
  • pharmacodynamics. 

Career Services

Office of Student Professional Development

The College of Science and Technology Office of Student Professional Development offers assistance to students as they navigate the search for postgraduate positions and research opportunities. The college also hosts job fairs, networking events and workshops.

Learn more about the Office of Student Professional Development.

Job Fairs

The College of Science and Technology job fairs, held each fall and spring semester, are open to undergraduate and master’s-level science and technology majors, as well as alumni of the college. Job fairs typically draw more than 60 employers, including Apex Life Science, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, the city of Philadelphia’s Office of Innovation and Technology, Elsevier, Lockheed Martin, and the Wistar Institute.

The job fairs give you opportunities to

  • explore potential career paths,
  • network with Temple alumni and
  • talk to employers in your field of study.

Learn more about the College of Science and Technology job fairs.

University Career Center

You can visit Temple University’s Career Center for support during your job or internship search. Drop in for a short visit or schedule a 30-minute coaching session to discuss components of your professional profile, including your résumé and LinkedIn presence. You’ll have access to

  • an assessment of your professional direction,
  • interview tips and guidance,
  • job postings for students and alumni,
  • a listing of job search resources, and
  • support for job search strategies.

Outcomes

Career opportunities and mid-career salaries for the Biology PhD may include the following examples.

Career

Median Salary*

Aquacultural Managers

$69,620.00

Bioinformatics Scientists

$76,690.00

Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary

$78,240.00

Biological Technicians

$43,800.00

Biologists

$74,960.00

Environmental Restoration Planners

$69,400.00

Forest & Conservation Technicians

$36,130.00

Range Managers

$61,480.00

Zoologists & Wildlife Biologists

$62,290.00

* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).