Most of this type of experimental research is done in university cafeterias or research institutes. Suen recognizes that the career path she has chosen is challenging. Pharmacology's immediate imprint on me was that it is new, hot, booming and in demand. That's always a comforting thing to know, especially with the current concern that one cannot do much after finishing a science degree. People can't do much after science degrees because their brains have been completely fried by equations and all-night labs.
Jobs are easy to find for pharmacology majors because of their specific knowledge.
Drug Doctors Michaelis notes that pharmacologists usually need doctorate degrees. It gives them a little more independence. Some people just love hearing 'Doctor' before their names. Suen tends to agree. I know that in general, most majors of pharmacology do continue on with school.