Now for qualified laboratory professionals. In these settings, communication and research skills are highly prized. In the years to come, the major areas of scientific exploration will include the immune system, cell marker technology, bioengineering, DNA technology and cancer research. In the clinical area, drug testing, therapeutic drug monitoring, and biogenetics are just a few of the specialties with openings. In commercial businesses and industries, there are positions available in marketing and sales of laboratory equipment and products as well as research and development of new technology.
Health care is one of the fastest growing industries in the United States.
More than a quarter million people work in medical laboratory services alone. As our population grows older and medical knowledge expands, there is an increasing need for highly skilled and educated professionals. For someone who chooses a career as a laboratory professional, the exploration never ends. Take a look inside this brochure. It explains the different career paths you can take in the medical laboratory.