Are you looking for a career in high demand? If so, the biotechnology job outlook looks promising.

We had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Annica Wayman, Associate Dean and Professor, UMBC, Shady Grove Affairs, College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences, about the job outlook for Biotech professionals.

The MPS Biotechnology program prepares students by helping them to, not just deepen their technical expertise, but also to strengthen soft skills such as leadership and communication and project management.

Global challenges in human health, food security, sustainable industrial production and environmental protection continues to fuel the biosciences industry, creating new opportunities within the four primary sub sectors:

• Agricultural feedstock and chemicals
• Drugs and pharmaceuticals
• Medical devices and equipment and research
• Testing and medical laboratories