120.615.01
Navigating Biomedical Career Paths
Location
East Baltimore
Term
4th Term
Department
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Credit(s)
1
Academic Year
2025 - 2026
Instruction Method
In-person
Thursday, 3:30 - 4:20pm
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
Prerequisite
No prerequisites for this course.
Enrollment Restriction
Restricted to BMB students
How can you successfully navigate your academic program while preparing for your future career in biomedical science? What are the essential skills that will set you apart in research, industry, or healthcare? This course provides structured guidance on program expectations and career exploration.
Prepares students for academic and professional success by addressing essential program requirements, career exploration, and communication skills in biomedical science. Reviews program structure, key deadlines, and strategies for academic progress, including support with thesis writing. Explores science writing, professional branding, and effective communication for diverse audiences. Discusses career pathways, including PhD programs, careers in medicine, industry roles, and community-engaged research. Examines interdisciplinary collaboration, diversity in science, and leadership opportunities. Includes practical exercises in writing, interviews, and scientific visuals to enhance career readiness.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills applicable to biomedical and public health contexts, including science writing, presentations, and professional branding.
- Analyze and apply principles of scientific writing to improve clarity, conciseness, and structure in research papers, grant proposals, and professional correspondence.
- Interpret and create effective scientific visuals to enhance data presentation and storytelling for diverse audiences.
- Assess and develop strategies for professional growth and career planning, including networking, interview preparation, and application processes, industry roles, and other career paths.
- Apply principles of interdisciplinary collaboration and inclusive communication to foster teamwork and leadership in biomedical and public health settings.
- Examine the role of diversity, equity, and inclusion in science and public health and its impact on research, professional environments, and career advancement.
- Navigate academic program requirements, milestones, and deadlines to ensure successful progress and completion of the program.
- Explore career pathways in biomedical science and public health, including academia, industry, and government, to identify opportunities for professional advancement.
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 50% Participation
- 50% Assignments