Careers in Human Biology

Our graduate employment surveys during the past twelve years have identified the career directions of our graduates. The main areas in which they have gained employment are:

Biomedical research (24.8%)

Medical Scientist (Hospital, University and Commercial)
Laboratory Supervisor (Commercial)
Laboratory Manager (University)
Medical Technician (Hospital and University)
Research Assistant (Hospital, University and Research Institute)
Laboratory Assistant (Hospital, University, High School and Commercial)

Clinical technician (all associated with hospitals) (12.3%)

Neurophysiology
Phlebotomy
Doppler Ultrasound
Cardiac Catheterisation
E.C.G.
Medical Imaging
In vitro fertilization
Software Installation

Health (16.9%)

Ambulance Officer
Medical Representative (pharmaceuticals & hospital equipment)
Myofascial Therapy (treatment of muscle pain)
Drug Rehabilitation
Hospital Pharmacy Management
Retail Pharmacy
Naturopathy, homeopathy, traditional medicine

Education (18.6%)

Tertiary (Human Biology)
High School (Human Biology/Biology/Physical Education)
Primary School (Science Specialist)

Scientific (9.4%)

Scientific Representative (chemicals, equipment, books and software)
Chemical Technician
Wine Making (Oncology)
Marine Ecology
Waste Management Officer (Government)
Recycling Biomedical Waste (Commercial)

Community (5.1%)

Social Work
Fitness Consultant/Trainer
Surf-Life Saving
Fund Raising