Biotechnology
College
- Center City Campus
- College of Health Professions
Degree Earned
- Bachelor of Science
- Master of Science
Program Type
- On Campus
Contact
With an ever-changing and evolving marketplace, adaptability and flexibility are paramount to success. The Jefferson Biotechnology program is designed to provide graduates with the unique ability to adapt and innovate in any research environment and product-driven industry.
Biotechnology is where life sciences and technology converge. A degree in biotechnology opens up numerous employment possibilities since practically every industry utilizes biotechnology. A biotechnology degree fosters creativity, innovation, and adaptability that is applicable to most career choices.
Biotechnology Faculty & Students Created Thousands of Testing Kits During COVID
Biotechnologists use their skills and adaptability to help with the COVID-19 testing effort. Jefferson Biotechnology students and faculty developed and manufactured COVID-19 viral transport media collection tubes that was in extremely short supply at the start of the pandemic in order to support Jefferson Health's ability to test the community.
Program Options
- 3+2 BS/MS Dual Degree (East Falls)
- 2-Year BS
- 1-Year BS
- Combined BS/MS
- 1-Year MS
- 2-Year MS
- 1-Year Advanced MS
- 2-Year Advanced MS
Curriculum
Learn about the classes and schedule options available for completing your degree.
Faculty
Sean Chadwick, MS
Assistant Professor
Scott Gygax, PhD
Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences and Biotechnology
Vice Chair, Department Medical Laboratory Sciences and Biotechnology
Program Director, Biotechnology