Careers in Life Sciences
Find Your Path
Welcome to the BioCrossroads Career Hub, your source for career exploration tools and info about local and national life sciences initiatives to help jumpstart your career journey.
Careers in Life Sciences
Find Your Path
Welcome to the BioCrossroads Career Hub, your source for career exploration tools and info about local and national life sciences initiatives to help jumpstart your career journey.
Get Started IN Life Sciences
Whether you're charting a career path, discovering educational opportunities, or seeking hands-on experiences and new opportunities, the BioCrossroads Career Hub is your gateway to tools and programs designed to inspire curiosity and support your journey in STEM and life sciences.
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The NIIMBL eXperience
The NIIMBL eXperience is an exclusive in-person, all expenses paid immersion program that offers students real-world insight into biopharmaceutical industry careers through hands-on activities and direct interactions with industry professionals.
Video Resource Hub
BioCrossroads Career TraX is a dynamic video resource showcasing career opportunities in Indiana’s life sciences industry. Through interviews, facility tours, and expert advice, it highlights pathways into fields like biotechnology, pharmaceutical manufacturing, nuclear medicine, and data science.
Indiana Initiatives and Resources
Indiana is home to a wide range of life sciences organizations and resources to help you begin your journey, including hands-on learning experiences, STEM initiatives, and career exploration opportunities.
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Indiana’s leading life sciences organization, dedicated to advancing the state's vibrant life sciences sector. Through partnerships with corporate, academic, and philanthropic leaders, BioCrossroads connects ideas and opportunities to drive innovation, supporting startups, creating new enterprises, and sharing valuable information through events and research reports.
BioCrossroads also plays a key role in workforce and talent development, helping to prepare students and emerging professionals for exciting careers in the life sciences industry.
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A statewide trade association representing Indiana's life sciences industry, offering networking opportunities, advocacy, and resources to support organizations and individuals in the field.
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Indiana's premier science festival, offering interactive events and activities to highlight the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and careers.
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A collaborative initiative aimed at advancing STEM education in Central Indiana by fostering partnerships and providing resources to educators and students.
Together, Keep Indiana Learning (KINL) and the statewide Indiana STEM Ecosystem provide a network of support, resources, guidance, and opportunities in STEM learning that drive academic achievements, post-secondary attainment, and the promotion of gainful employment within STEM fields.
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A statewide research partnership offering summer research experiences for high school students interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, including life sciences.
The Indiana CTSI has research partnerships with Indiana University, Purdue University, the University of Notre Dame, and Regenstrief Institute, and also has strong ties to many non-academic partners that include community, health care, governmental, and corporate stakeholders across the state.
Featured Educational Resources
Broaden your horizons with opportunities that bring life science to life. From asking real scientists your toughest questions to exploring NASA’s innovative programs or gaining hands-on experience in engineering and biomedical science, these resources are designed to inspire, educate, and prepare you for the next steps in your life sciences journey.
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An educational resource offering articles, activities, and a platform to ask biologists questions, aimed at making biology accessible and engaging.
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A nationwide resource offering a variety of STEM learning resources, including internships and educational materials, to engage high school students in science and technology.
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A nonprofit organization that provides transformative learning experiences for PreK-12 students and teachers across the U.S., offering pathways in computer science, engineering, and biomedical science.
Career Exploration Tools
Discover pathways to exciting and impactful careers in life sciences by exploring job opportunities, understanding education requirements, and gaining hands-on insights into health and STEM professions.
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A national resource providing government data and information on various careers, including those in life sciences, to help students plan their educational and career paths.
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A program that allows high school students to learn about various health careers through hands-on activities and mentorship.
Discover Careers IN Life Sciences
Explore the top 25 jobs in life sciences for 2024, including recommended and required high school courses, degree pathways, and salary ranges.
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Biochemists study chemical processes and substances within living organisms to better understand biological functions and develop innovative solutions in medicine and agriculture.
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Biomedical engineers combine biology and engineering to create medical devices, equipment, and technologies that improve healthcare.
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A bioinformatics specialist uses computer science and biology to analyze data, like genetic sequences, to understand diseases and develop treatments.
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A biostatistician uses math and statistics to study biological data, helping with medical research and public health programs.
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A clinical laboratory scientist conducts lab tests on blood, tissue, and other samples to help doctors diagnose and treat patients.
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A clinical research coordinator organizes and oversees medical studies, ensuring new treatments and medicines are tested safely and effectively.
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Environmental scientists study environmental problems, like pollution and climate change, to protect ecosystems and human health.
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A forensic scientist analyzes evidence from crime scenes, such as fingerprints or DNA, to help solve criminal cases.
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A genetic counselor is responsible for explaining how genes affect health and helps families understand risks for inherited conditions.
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Health informatics specialists combine healthcare and technology to organize and analyze medical data, improving patient care and decision-making.
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An industrial hygienist identifies and addresses workplace hazards to ensure a safe and healthy environment for workers.
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A laboratory technician prepares and performs experiments in labs to support scientific research and medical discoveries.
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Life science analysts study trends and data in biology, biotechnology, and healthcare to guide companies and research projects.
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A medical science liaison is responsible for acting as a link between pharmaceutical companies and healthcare providers, and sharing information about new medicines.
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Medical writers create clear, accurate documents about scientific and medical topics for researchers, companies, or the public.
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A microbiologist studies microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, and fungi to understand their role in health, disease, and the environment.
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An occupational health specialist focuses on preventing injuries and illnesses in workplaces by identifying and fixing health risks.
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A pharmaceutical sales rep works with doctors and healthcare professionals to explain and provide medicines that improve patient care.
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A pharmacologist studies how medicines interact with the body to develop safer and more effective treatments.
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A public health specialist is responsible for working on programs and policies to improve the health of entire communities, such as preventing disease outbreaks.
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A quality assurance specialist ensures products, like medicines or medical devices, are safe, effective, and meet all standards.
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A quality control inspector examines products during or after manufacturing to make sure they meet quality and safety requirements.
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Regulatory affairs specialists help companies navigate laws and guidelines to get approval for medicines, medical devices, or other products.
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A research scientist investigates scientific questions and conducts experiments to create new knowledge or solve specific problems.
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A toxicologist studies the effects of chemicals on living organisms to determine if they are safe or harmful.