Clinical Laboratory Science Careers
Find out what careers you can achieve with a clinical laboratory science degree from MBU, and how you can get there!
Clinical Laboratory Science Careers
These are just some of the many careers a clinical lab science BA can prepare you for. Select a career to learn about the job, average salary, employment outlook, required education level, and more.
Laboratory Technicians
Use the resources below to find more career profiles on these and hundreds of other jobs you could achieve with a clinical laboratory BA.
Career Spotlights
Clinical Laboratory Technician
Perform medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
Education: Bachelor’s degree
Workplaces: Hospitals and clinics, diagnostic laboratories, educational institutions
Median Pay: $61,890/year
Job Outlook: 2% (slower than average)
Pharmacy Technician
Assist in pharmacy settings with dispensing medicine, keeping inventory, and providing customer service.
Education: High school diploma, bachelor’s preferred
Workplaces: Pharmacies, hospitals and clinics, ambulatory healthcare providers
Median Pay: $43,460/year
Job Outlook: 6% (faster than average)
Veterinary Technologist
Assist veterinarians and run medical tests to diagnose and treat illness and injuries in animals.
Education: Associate’s degree
Workplaces: Veterinary clinics, educational institutions
Median Pay: $45,980/year
Job Outlook: 9% (much faster than average)
What’s your path?
MBU offers dozens of complementary minors, majors, clubs and more to enhance your study of clinical laboratory science and put you on the right path to your dream career.
Consider pairing your Clinical Laboratory Science major with…
A minor in:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Communication
- Criminal Justice
- Mathematics
- Psychology
A double-major in:
- Applied Mathematics
- Biology
- Criminal Justice
- Exercise Science
- Health Sciences
Build one of these Skill Stacks to gain an edge in the job market:
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Collaboration
- Data Fluency
Join one of these MBU clubs or professional organizations for connection and networking:
- Chemical Society
- Colleges Against Cancer
- Criminal Justice & Leadership Club
- Math Club
- Pre-Med/Health Club
- Psychology Club
- American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science
- American Society for Clinical Pathology
- American Medical Technologists
- Lambda Tau Honor Society
Consider pairing your Clinical Laboratory Science major with:
A minor in:
- ABA & Autism Studies
- Communication
- Criminal Justice
- Healthcare Administration
- Human Resources Management
- Leadership Studies
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Public Policy
- Sports Management
A double-major in:
- ABA & Autism Studies
- Applied Mathematics
- Biology
- Criminal Justice
- Exercise Science
- Health Sciences
- Healthcare Administration
- Psychology
- Public Policy
- Social Work
Build one of these Skill Stacks and gain an edge in the job market:
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Collaboration
- Leadership
Join one of these MBU clubs for connection and networking:
- Chemical Society
- Colleges Against Cancer
- Criminal Justice & Leadership Club
- Math Club
- Pre-Med/Health Club
- Psychology Club
- American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science
- American Society for Clinical Pathology
- American Medical Technologists
- Lambda Tau Honor Society
Explore Internships
No matter your major, an internship is a chance to explore your interests, build real-world skills, and give you a real competitive edge in the job market. The McCree Center for Career Success can help find the right opportunity for you.
Planning for Graduate School
If you’re considering a career in clinical laboratory sciences or one that requires a graduate or medical degree, explore programs early. Requirements vary, but typically include transcripts, recommendations, and a personal statement.
Clinical programs may require additional science, math, and psychology courses, as well as clinical experience beyond your major’s placement. Research programs early so you can plan for these requirements.
Some programs require entrance exams such as the GRE, MCAT, or CASPer, which assess skills ranging from general and medical knowledge to situational judgment and ethics. Preparation can take weeks or months, so check requirements early to give yourself time to study and practice.
See what graduate programs Mary Baldwin has to offer!
McCree Center for Career Success
The McCree Center for Career Success helps students connect their education to their future careers. Services include:
- Career exploration and planning
- Resume and cover letter support
- Interview preparation
- Internship and job searches
- Networking and professional development
- Graduate school preparation
Visit us to learn more!
