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last modified 2007-09-25 15:37 — by Cathy Pezely

Possible career areas with a degree in Medical Laboratory Science.

Med. Lab. Science Careers--Pathology Department at the University of Utah


  • Are you a science-minded individual seeking a challenging career in the growing health care field?
  • Do you want to participate in health care and contribute to the diagnosis of disease and treatment of patients?
  • Do you want a degree that commands an impressive salary?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you need to be aware of the University of Utah's Medical Technology Degree. This exciting profession can lead you to a career in the following fields:


Clinical Analysis
  • chemistry
  • immunology
  • drug testing
  • hematology
  • microbiology
  • immunohematology
  • molecular diagnostics

Public Health
  • health radiation science
  • crime laboratory/forensics
  • epidemiology
  • environmental health
  • administration
  • Peace Corps, Red Cross

Industry
  • marketing/sales
  • pharmaceuticals
  • occupational health
  • research and development
  • quality assurance
  • medical writing/illustration
Higher Education
  • educator
  • academic administrator
  • program director
Health Care Administration
  • laboratory director
  • hospital administrator
  • health promotion
  • quality assurance
Research
  • immune systems
  • bioengineering
  • cell biology
  • cancer research

For additional information contact J. Michele Stuart, Ph.D., Academic Advisor & Program Recruiter.