Scientific Research: Biology, Chemistry, Marine & Neuroscience

The Scientific Research Career Community is geared towards providing resources and tools to those interested in working within the fields of Biology, Chemistry, Marine and Neuroscience.  Learn about internships and other ways that will help provide you with a competitive edge upon entering the field.  

Featured Student Internships

  • Animal Care Intern – Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo
  • Assistant Director of Summer Camps – Webb Mountain Discovery Zone
  • Chemistry Intern – Dymax Corporation
  • Environmental Observation Associate – Yale New Haven Health
  • Intern – Fairfield Water Pollution Control Facility
  • Mammal Care Intern – Long Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center
  • Neuroscience Research Intern – UConn Health
  • Research Assistant – Hartford HealthCare
  • Research Laboratory Tech/Research Assistant – Yale University School of Medicine
  • Student Intern – Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium
  • Toxicology & Controlled Substance Laboratory Intern – State of Connecticut

Sample Professions

  • Biologist
  • Chemist
  • Clinical Research Coordinator
  • Coastal Conservationist
  • Forensic Scientist
  • Genetic Counselor
  • Lab Technician
  • Marine Biologist
  • Neuroscientist
  • Oceanographer
  • Research Assistant
  • Science Teacher
  • Wildlife Technician

Internship & Job Resources

Professional Associations

• American Society of Animal Science
• American Institute of Biological Sciences
• American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
• American Chemical Society
• American Society for Microbiology
• National Council for Science and the Environment

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Pioneers Connect is a dedicated networking platform exclusively for SHU students, alumni, and faculty and staff. Activate your account and start networking today!

  • Find alumni in your field of interest
  • Seek career advice from alumni
  • Discover mentorship matching opportunities
  • Search for available internships & jobs

Expand your network globally on LinkedIn by connecting with the broader Sacred Heart University community and industry professionals worldwide.

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Career Outcomes

Outcome data for Sacred Heart University is obtained through the Center for Career & Professional Development, in accordance with national standards. We extend our First-Destination survey to students who have received Bachelor’s Degrees in the respective year are surveyed from the time of graduation, to 12-months following graduation.

 

  • First Destination
  • Top Employers
  • Starting Salary
  • Top Universities
  • Degree Types
  • Fields of Study

First Destination

SHU Pioneers pursue a variety of careers paths after graduation; most recent respondents indicated they are:

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(203) 371-7971
Email
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Address

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5151 Park Avenue
Fairfield, CT 06825

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