Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Life, at its most fundamental level, consists of chemical processes. At Linfield, as a biochemistry and molecular biology (BCMB) major, you will learn how to apply your understanding of energy, atoms and molecules, and molecular interactions to the intricate processes occurring within living cells.
As a biochemistry and molecular biology major at Linfield
you might take:
Understand the fundamental principles of transmission from viruses to human, chromosomal mapping, gene regulation and modern concepts of DNA manipulation. (BIOL 270)
Genetics
Understand the fundamental principles of transmission from viruses to human, chromosomal mapping, gene regulation and modern concepts of DNA manipulation. (BIOL 270)
Learn how biological substances interact in living systems: chemical and physical properties, relationships, and pathways. (CHEM 440)
Biochemistry
Learn how biological substances interact in living systems: chemical and physical properties, relationships, and pathways. (CHEM 440)
Study the molecular mechanisms of fundamental biological processes as they apply to processes like immune response and cancer. (BIOL 400)
Molecular Cell Biology
Study the molecular mechanisms of fundamental biological processes as they apply to processes like immune response and cancer. (BIOL 400)
Studying biochemistry and molecular biology at Linfield
Beyond the classroom
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You will study within the core sciences of biology and chemistry and will pursue specialized collaborative research with expert faculty as early as your first year at Linfield!
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Attend regional as well as national scientific conferences. Participate in Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) at major research institutions.
You have the opportunity to participate in Capitol Hill Day in Washington D.C. through the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB). Alongside other students from across the U.S., meet with congressional leaders to help promote scientific research.
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Join the Chemistry Club, Biology Club or Pre-Med Club on campus.
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Develop professional skills with an internship at a company like Precision Analytical, Grain Station Brew Works or Voda Integrative Medical Clinic.
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Study abroad in programs specifically designed for biochemistry students.
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Life After Linfield
You will leave prepared for a career in areas such as:
- Healthcare
- Medical Scribe
- Clinical Assistant
- Pharmacist
- Research
- Research Assistant
- Analyst
- Infectious Disease Specialist
Estimate wage: $47.7k
Estimate of what Linfield biochemistry and molecular biology alumni could be making based on their current ages, occupations and geographic locations.
Potential wage: $72.5k
The potential wage is based on the average wage for the occupations.
Top career paths
The top five education-to-career paths of Linfield biochemistry and molecular biology alumni include:
- Medical Scribe
- Research Assistant
- Clinical Assistant
- Analyst
- Pharmacist
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Have questions about studying biochemistry and molecular biology at Linfield? Reach out! We'd love to connect with you.
Megan Bestwick
Associate Professor and Program Coordinator
Murdock Hall
503-883-2265
mbestwic@linfield.edu
Associate Professor and Program Coordinator
Murdock Hall
503-883-2265
mbestwic@linfield.edu