Biomolecular Sciences

Career prospects

There are many job vacancies for those with a Master’s degree in Biomolecular Sciences. Some graduates work for medical product manufacturers or pharmaceutical companies. Most of our graduates aspire a career in research and go on to earn a PhD. Others continue their studies as postdoctoral researchers, work as university lecturers or hold jobs in industry.

If you only have a Bachelor’s degree, your scope in this discipline is limited, especially in research. This scientific domain has burgeoned in recent years, so an additional Master’s programme is an absolute must. A Masters degree in Biomolecular Sciences is a great start for a scientific career. With this degree you will be prepared to conduct PhD research at any university or specialist institute.

Continuing your studies

Good, well-motivated students who aspire to a career in research could consider taking a PhD and continue their studies as a postdoctoral researcher. Further study is essential to obtain a higher research position. Positions such as university lecturer, senior lecturer, or professor and many jobs in industry (DSM, Unilever, et cetera) are held by people with a PhD in Molecular Biology or Biochemistry. Obviously, a PhD is not necessary for all jobs. You could also make a career in management or as a representative for medicinal products or chemicals etc. A Master’s degree is an advantage in these positions.

Orientation towards a career and the labour market

Spending part of the programme conducting external traineeships and research projects helps to prepare and familiarize students with the labour market. In addition, students are introduced to the labour market during Business Days organised by NiBi (the Netherlands Institute for Biology). Seminars given by people from trade and industry are organized every year at a different Dutch university. More information on NiBi can be found on the Dutch website www.nibi.nl