Exciting and rewarding careers in biomedical science

Deakin’s Bachelor of Biomedical Science opens up a world of exciting career opportunities across the health, science and business sectors. With life scientist roles expected to see a 19.4% increase by 2033,^* there has never been a better time to explore this high-demand field. Let's look at the graduate career options that are available to you across many industries.

Careers in the pharmaceutical industry

The pharmaceutical industry offers a dynamic environment where graduates can find work related to medical services and the marketing and distribution of medications. Roles and opportunities include:

• pharmaceutical/GP sales
• quality control.

Plus, many major pharmaceutical companies have graduate programs to foster new talent. These include:

• Glaxo Smith Kline (GSK) Early Talent programs
• CSL Graduate Program.

Careers in biotechnology

Biotechnology merges biology with technology to solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Graduates can play a crucial role in bringing innovative solutions from the lab to the marketplace. Roles and opportunities include:

• regulatory affairs specialist
• quality assurance officer
• biotechnology entrepreneur
• research scientist.

Careers in environmental health and safety

This industry is ideal for graduates who want to protect public health by ensuring safe environments. It focuses on reducing risks related to pollution, workplace safety and disease prevention. Roles and opportunities include:

• environmental health officer/consultant, for example the Prensa Graduate Program offers graduate roles
• occupational health and safety advisor
• biosafety officer.

Careers in laboratory management and operations

This industry focuses on the efficient management and oversight of scientific labs and research facilities. It’s perfect for graduates who are interested in the behind-the-scenes work of maintaining cutting-edge laboratories. Roles and opportunities include:

• pathology laboratories, for example Australian Clinical Laboratories, Dorevitch Pathology, Symbio Laboratories
• hospital laboratories
• CSIRO Enterprise Services Graduate Program.

Careers in government

Graduate programs within federal and state governments also offer dynamic career opportunities, where the knowledge and skills gained in biomedical science are in high demand. Graduate programs include:

• Department of Industry, Science and Resources Graduate Program
• Australian Defence Force Graduate Program
• Department of Health and Aged Care Graduate Program
• state government generalist graduate programs.

Careers in business and finance

Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) professionals possess strong creativity, problem-solving, critical-thinking and communication skills. These are relevant to a wide range of occupations and enable them to excel in the business and commercial sector. Roles and opportunities include:

• KPMG Graduate Program
• Deloitte Graduate Program
• EY Graduate Program.

Graduates of Deakin’s Bachelor of Biomedical Science can explore a wide array of postgraduate study opportunities, opening the door to numerous career options.

They might choose to lead innovative research with a Master of Biotechnology. Fields like speech pathology or public health also offer exciting pathways for those interested in making a difference in healthcare.

For others, teaching may be their calling, leading them to a Master of Teaching, while those with an interest in data may apply their technical skills through a Master of Data Science. The possibilities are broad and varied.

Graduates who are passionate about scientific research, eager for roles that drive groundbreaking studies and discoveries, can pursue a research degree at Deakin. Roles and opportunities for graduates with research degrees can include:

• research assistant (with an honours degree)
• postdoctoral research scientist (with a PhD)
• academic career, for example teaching and research in universities (with a PhD)
• medical research institutes, for example careers at the Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, MCRI, Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research or Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre.

Wherever your aspirations lead you, Deakin’s Bachelor of Biomedical Science is designed to prepare you for a variety of roles. With hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art labs, a range of majors to select from and up to 160 hours of work placement, you'll graduate with practical skills that employers value.

Discover your career possibilities with a Bachelor of Biomedical Science.