Science Research
Hiatt engages a whole ecosystem on and off campus to support students interested in the growing biotech and science research fields. We collaborate with faculty in the sciences and across campus as well as student clubs, Brandeis alumni, employers, recruiters and community partners.
Researching Opportunities
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O*NET: Explore various career pathways in science research and the skills required for each.
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Vault: Learn what a day-in-the-life looks like for specific science research jobs.
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Occupational Outlook Handbook: Access detailed information on pay, job growth, and long-term career prospects for specific roles in science research.
Gain Experience
Internships, jobs, and on-campus opportunities are key to sharpening your professional skills, building valuable connections, and applying what you’ve learned in the classroom.
Employer Insights
Hiatt regularly brings together experts, employers and alumni to meet and speak with students. They participate in classes, online, and in person to discuss exploration, preparation and networking.
Every industry has its own timeline for hiring. See the typical planned hiring timeline below.
Some industries don't have a big presence on campus or large planned hiring events because they hire as needed. When they do have openings, they often only need to fill a few positions.
Besides on-campus interviews, employers often use virtual interviews and then follow up with in-person interviews at their organization. Social media has become a new way for employers to brand themselves and recruit candidates. LinkedIn, in particular, is a popular tool for branding and recruiting.
Top Skills
These are the top skills sought by employers for entry-level roles. The darker blue indicates the frequency of skills in job postings, while the lighter blue represents their presence in job seeker profiles. The larger the gap the greater opportunity for you to stand out if you can gain or demonstrate that skill.
Top Companies
Top companies posting entry-level opportunities in science research (by volume) in the Northeast.
| University of Pennsylvania | Beth Israel Lahey Health |
| Eurofins | Massachusetts General Hospital |
| Mass General Brigham | Harvard University |
| Mount Sinai Health System | Boston University |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | Moderna Therapeutics |
3 of the top 15 cities for science research roles in the Northeast are right here in Massachusetts! Boston, Cambridge, Worcester, and Waltham are top locations.
Top Industries
Where do science researchers work? Top industries posting entry-level opportunities (by volume) in the Northeast.
| Colleges & Universities | Engineering Services |
| Medical and Surgical Hospitals | Testing Laboratories and Services |
| Research and Development | Medicinal and Botanical Manufacturing |
| Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing | Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing |
| Research and Development in Biotechnology | Environmental Consulting Services |
Hiatt & Employer Events
Hiatt collaborates with departments, clubs, and employers to host a range of on-campus and virtual events for career education, networking, and recruiting. These events are open to all students regardless of class year. Employers engage with Brandeis students and alumni through programs, information sessions, online workshops, case competitions, and site visits. While campus recruiting is one aspect of their engagement, students should view each event as a chance to engage, learn, and connect with professionals in their fields.
Top Employers Recruiting at Brandeis
Learn more about Recruiting at Brandeis. Current events are available to view in Handshake and on website under Upcoming Events. It’s never too early to get involved!
The Internship/Job Search
Figuring out where to start when searching and applying for internships and jobs can feel overwhelming. Let us help!
The Rise Together Mentor Network is the virtual space for Brandeis students to build confidence in their networking skills and connect with alumni mentors. Hosted on the Brandeis community platform, Find Where Brandeisians Go
Brandeisians offer the world a wide range of peersperspectives, academic interests and experiences.
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Employment by Industry: See where Brandeisians work after graduation.
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Advancing Education: One-third of graduates go directly to graduate school.
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Major to Industry: Discover the path between graduates' major and career.
Work With Hiatt
Visit us early and throughout your time at Brandeis! We will meet you wherever you are in your career planning and decision-making process.
Express Appointments with Hiatt Advisors
Express appointments (20 minutes) are for students seeking quick help with application materials, Handshake, LinkedIn and other career-related questions. Express appointments are available during the academic year when classes are in session from 12 - 4 p.m. Monday - Friday. Schedule An Express Appointment.
Appointments with Staff
The Career Team helps Brandeisians discover who they are, what they want and how to get there, through career and affinity hubs providing individualized career support. Meet with us for 30 or 60 minutes on topics ranging from exploring majors and career interests, reviewing application materials, internship and job searching, networking, interviewing, and graduate school or law school planning/applications. Review team member profiles to discover more about our staff.
“The Hiatt Career Center is a wonderful partner in helping students in the environmental studies program complement their time in our courses with gaining skills, accessing resources and developing student's professional presence. From advice and guidance in finding internships, to financial support through WOW Fellowships, to hosting career panels and arranging for professional visits from alumni, Hiatt offers numerous ways to help us support our students. They help make our program a success.”
Colleen Hitchcock, PhD
Associate Professor of Ecology Biology and Environmental Studies Program