Student Resources
For questions about the curriculum see the Program Information page. Contact Dr. Mast for general advising. Students interested in writing an Honor's Thesis should contact Dr. Evans.
Careers in Neuroscience
The ability to find fulfilling employment after graduation is (or should be) of concern to all students. It is in your best interest to explore career options relatively early in your college career so that you can seek out opportunities that will make you an excellent candidate for your desired position. Consider the careers below and/or make an appointment with an advisor to discuss your options.
Careers Requiring an Advanced Degree
Most of the careers that people associate with neuroscience require doctorate-level education. Some examples of careers for people with advanced degrees include:
- Audiologist
- Biostatistician
- Chiropractor
- Clinical Psychologist
- Dentist
- Epidemiology
- Genetic Counselor
- Lawyer
- Medicine (MD, DO)
- Neural Engineer
- Nurse Practitioner
- Occupational Therapist
- Optometrist
- Orthotist/Prosthetist
- Pharmacist
- Physical Therapist
- Physician's Assistant
- Public Health
- Teacher
- Speech-Language Pathologist
- Veterinarian
Bachelor's Level Careers
- Advertising/Marketing
- EEG Technologist*
- Forensic Science Technician
- Health Educator
- Lab Animal Care Technician
- Laboratory Technician
- Law Enforcement
- Medical and Healthcare Manager
- Natural Sciences Manager
- Pharmaceutical Sales
- Pharmacy Technician*
- Public Policy
- Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician*
- Sales Engineer
- Special Education Assistant
* May require additional training or certification
Additional Resources
- American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS)
- American Psychological Association
- Choices in Neuroscience Careers article
- Database for neuroscience internships
- Experiential Positions for Pre-Health Students [PDF]
- FutureDocs
- NeuroJobs
- Neuroscience: Solving the Brain article
- Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Purdue Online Writing Lab: Resumes and Vitas
- Society for Neuroscience