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Biochemistry

Molecular Basis of Life

Your field of study is all of life and the physical and chemical principles that make life possible. Come develop the theoretical foundations, critical thinking and laboratory skills needed for a career as a physician, teacher, academic researcher, applied scientist in biotechnology or as a government advisor.

Lydia Garrick, a junior at UM studying biochemistry, poses for a photo with Main Hall in the background

Biochemistry Student Named Goldwater Scholar

University of Montana biochemistry student Lydia Garrick has earned the Barry Goldwater Scholarship. The prestigious scholarship program recognizes scientific, mathematic and research talent among college sophomores and juniors who want to pursue medical research careers.
Read more about UM's latest Goldwater Scholar

23%

conduct research and publish prior to graduation

25%

go on to attend medical school

71.4%

pass the national certification exam

Programs

Careers

  • Medical Doctor
  • Analytical Chemist
  • Biomedical Scientist
  • Biotechnologist
  • Clinical Research Associate
  • Clinical Scientist
  • Forensic Scientist
  • Medicinal Chemist
  • Nanotechnologist
  • Pharmacologist
  • Physician Assistant
  • Research Scientist
  • Scientific Laboratory Technician
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Indigenous Research and STEM Education (IRSE)

Advancing Native American, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian, and First Nation students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) academic disciplines and professions.

Learn more about IRSE.