According to Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL), San Diego Region is the #3 Life Science Cluster in the country. But what exactly is life science? As the name indicates, life sciences refer to the study of every aspect of life. It includes the study from complex to simple organisms, even a cell. In the life sciences all the branches of science are included which are involved in the scientific study of life or living organisms.
Some of the major fields of life sciences which have industrial importance are given as;
- Biotechnology
- Immunology
- Pharmacology
- Microbiology
- Biomedical sciences
- Genetics
- Biochemistry
- Bioengineering
- Biomaterials
- Molecular biology
- Medical Device
UNIVERSITIES IN UNITED STATES OFFERING LIFE SCIENCE COURSES
As we know, life sciences are concerned with studies related to life. These are mostly related to the biological sciences, pharmaceuticals, agricultural, biomedical sciences and biotechnology. These degrees are a basic foundation for becoming a scientist and researchers in this field. There are different universities in the US offering different courses in life sciences at undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate level.
Here is the list of some of the top universities in 2021 offering life sciences courses in the United States (US).
Looking to get the best life sciences education at an HBCU? Check out our list below of the leading HBCUS that specialize in the life sciences disciplines.
- Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
- Howard University
- Xavier University of Louisiana
- Tuskegee University
- Hampton University
LIFE SCIENCES INDUSTRIES
Life sciences industries include those working in the fields of pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, diagnostic laboratories, biomedical technologies, nutraceuticals, cosmeceuticals and food processing. These are operating to manufacture useful products to improve the health condition of living organisms. Here is the list of some important companies based on life sciences in different regions of the US.
BALTIMORE
Biotech, medical devices and big pharma have a strong presence in this market. Two major universities in this area are the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins. Top life sciences companies in this region are:
BOSTON
This sector is the most famous due to the presence of MIT and Harvard. It has a high position in healthcare due to the presence Of Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston’s Children Hospital Brigham & Women’s Hospital and Dana Farber Cancer Institute. This market is dominated in big pharma. Top life science companies in this region are:
CHICAGO
This marketplace hosts some of the world’s leading life sciences companies. They include pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices and diagnostic companies such as, Abbot and Baxter. Some other companies are:
MONTREAL
Cellular therapy, regenerative medicine, genetics, genomics and proteomics are some life sciences fields which are dominant in this market. There are 11 higher education institutes in this region including McGill university, Universiti de Montreal and Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique (INRS).
Major life science companies in this region are:
SAN DIEGO
Major pharmaceutical companies maintain a presence in San Diego to foster collaboration with major research institutes, universities, and small biotechnology companies. The most important part of this region is Torrey Pines, due to the presence of “University of California San Diego (UC San Diego)”. The San Diego life sciences region has achieved the most success in the last five years.
Some top life science companies in this market are:
TOP LIFE SCIENCES JOBS IN UNITED STATES
- Biotechnologist
- Pharmacists
- Microbiologist
- Biomedical Engineer
- Wild life biologist/Zoologist
- Genetics Counselor
- Medical scientist
- Biochemist
- Clinical Laboratory Technologist
- Biological Technologist
BIOTECHNOLOGIST
Biotechnologists work in the laboratories as a research scientist. They conduct various experiments in the field of biotechnology. Biotechnologists mostly work in large industries which are involved in crop improvements, food preservation and manufacturing of pharmaceutical drugs.
Salary; $57k–$117k/ year
PHARMACISTS
Pharmacists mostly work at pharmacies and drugstores. They also work in hospitals and diagnostic clinics. Drug manufacturing industries also hire pharmacists.
Salary; $83k-$137k/ year
MICROBIOLOGIST
Microbiologists mainly deal with the study of microbes such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa and algae. Bacteriologist, virologist, mycologist, and even immunologists are included in this field. They work as research scientists and conduct various experiments to study the nature of microorganisms and their effect of other organisms.
Salary; $39k-$82k/ year
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER
Biomedical engineers help to develop new machinery to create reliable treatment for various diseases. For example, development of robotic surgery equipment to create more better and reliable limb replacement.
Salary; $50k-$97k/ year
WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST/ZOOLOGIST
Wildlife biologist/zoologist is a scientist who study animals. They are mostly hired by the wildlife departments, universities and zoos.
Salary; $38k-$88k/ year
GENETICS COUNSELOR
Genetic counselor mostly helps the adults, children, women and couples in counseling and analysis of various genetic diseases. They mostly work along the physicians of a variety of specialties such as oncologists.
Salary; $62k-$95k/ year
MEDICAL SCIENTIST
A medical scientist is a researcher who works in the medical field to improve the understanding of human anatomical processes, various diseases and related biological research. They are mostly hired by pharmaceutical companies, biomedical companies, universities and research hospitals.
Salary: $41k-$177k/ year
BIOCHEMIST
A biochemist deals with the chemistry of life. They mostly work with the biomolecules and compounds at the cellular level. They help in creating more effective medications, diagnosing different diseases and producing healthy food. They are mostly hired by pharmaceutical companies, universities, research hospitals, and food processing industries.
Salary: $44k-100k/ year
CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST
A Clinical/medical laboratory technologist mostly deals with the diagnosis and analysis of bodily fluids such as blood and urine. Medical technologists must have the knowledge of biochemistry, human physiology and anatomy. They are mostly hired by universities, research laboratories and clinical hospitals.
Salary; $40k-79k/ year
BIOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGIST/TECHNICIAN
Biological technicians work with the biological researchers. They help the biological scientist in conducting different experiments.
Salary; $22k-64k/ year
(Note: These are average salaries. They may fluctuate from region to region. They also depend upon your degree and job experience.)
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