Neuroscience: Cell and Molecular
Major
Program Overview
As a neuroscientist you will come to understand the entire nervous system and the impact of malfunction and diseases impact on system and behavior, from an interdisciplinary standpoint. Students receive a broad overview of the field followed by more specialized training in either Cellular and Molecular Biology or Clinical Health.
Program Snapshot
Why This Program & What You'll Learn
Neuroscience is a rapidly growing field with the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicating that job growth will be much faster than average for other occupations. The training you receive at CMU will provide you with multiple different paths towards your career in neuroscience.
The Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience concentration prepares students for graduate school in neuroscience or biomedical fields, and medical school.
Program Highlights
As a Neuroscience: Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience student, you will:
- Study at a Carnegie-classified doctoral research institution, which means we do advanced research in all aspects of Neuroscience.
- Have the opportunity to collaborate on research with world class researchers across multiple fields.
- Present your research at regional, national, and international meetings.
Careers & Outcomes
CMU alumni from the Neuroscience program are currently pursuing graduate work in neuroscience research, continuing their studies in health profession schools (e.g., Medical School, PA School, etc.), and are working as research scientists for major corporations.
| Career | Projected Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical Laboratory Technician | $57,800 |
| Research Scientist | $74,342 |
| Biological Technician | $53,560 |
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