Bachelor of Science in Chemical Biology and Pharmacology

About

Saint Louis University's Bachelor of Science in Chemical Biology and Pharmacology is an interdisciplinary degree in which students gain a strong foundation in chemistry, biology and pharmacology. The degree is customizable to align with SLU students' interests in medicinal chemistry, pharmacology or molecular biology. Chemical biology is the application of chemistry toward solving biological problems, and pharmacology is the study of the action of drug molecules. The B.S. in chemical biology and pharmacology provides excellent preparation for students seeking employment in industry (biotechnology, pharmaceutical, agriculture, etc.), as well as for those who want to continue their studies in professional school (medical, pharmacy, dental, veterinary, law, etc.) and graduate school. This program places a great emphasis on undergraduate research. Students have ample opportunity to pursue research projects under the close mentorship of a full-time faculty member in the Department of Chemistry, Department of Biology and the School of Medicine’s Department of Pharmacology and Physiology. Students use a variety of specialized equipment and computers in their laboratories and in their research. Students in upper-level courses enjoy small classes and personalized attention. Graduates will be able to explain major principles in organic chemistry, biochemistry and pharmacology. Graduates will be able to conduct laboratory techniques and experiments safely. Graduates will be able to analyze quantitative data. Graduates will be able to apply chemistry principles to biology. Graduates will be able to articulate scientific results in both oral and written forms. Benefits of this program also include career opportunities. Undergraduate students work with faculty in undergraduate laboratories as laboratory assistants. 

Career Path 

Graduate career path includes Pharmacologist, Toxicologist, Clinical Research Scientist,Drug Development Scientist, Medicinal Chemist, Biochemist (Pharmacology Focus), Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst, Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Pharma), Clinical Trials Coordinator, Biomedical Research Assistant, Cancer Pharmacology Researcher, Pharmacogenomics Specialist, Neuropharmacology Researcher, Bioinformatics Analyst (Drug Discovery), Biotech Product Development Scientist, Nutritional Pharmacology Specialist, Immunopharmacology Specialist, Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist, Forensic Toxicologist, Chemical Safety Specialist, Environmental Pharmacologist, Industrial Pharmacologist, Veterinary Pharmacology Specialist, Nanomedicine Researcher, Personalized Medicine Analyst, Public Health Pharmacology Specialist.