$55,300
Starting Salary, NJIT Average
$70,575
Mid-Career Salary, National Average
US News and World Report ranks biochemist as the fourth Best Science Job in its 2017 ranking

What do Biochemistry majors do?

Skill Set
Biochemistry majors learn how to solve problems based on their skills in science and math. A strong background in chemistry, biochemistry, and biology is the starting point to take any biochemistry project to the next level. Students will constantly seek to learn more about our lives as human machines using mathematical and process-oriented practices.

Degrees Offered

Career Prospects

Where do Biochemistry majors work?

Common Job Titles
  • Clinical Study Supply Assistant
  • Inorganic Analyst
  • Senior Scientist
  • Senior Chemist
Top Employers
  • BD
  • SGS Accutest Inc.
  • Eli Lilly and Company
  • Bristol-Myers Squibb
What our students are saying
  • Nicole Andanar
    My Biochemistry degree has provided numerous opportunities for work and research in related fields."
    Nicole Andanar
  • Helene Brochon
    The Biochemistry program at NJIT has thoroughly prepared me for my STEM career."
    Helene Brochon
  • Seif Issa
    Getting a degree from a great school like NJIT gave me the opportunity to choose the job I wanted."
    Seif Issa

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