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Biochemistry, B.S.
Serving as a springboard for graduate school and for careers in the private and public sectors
Throughout the nation, Biochemistry is becoming an increasingly popular and effective field of study.
At the University of Saint Joseph, the Biochemistry program is administered by the Department of Chemistry. You will work alongside practicing scientists with terminal degrees in many fields of Chemistry.
This challenging curriculum offers real-world relevance, characterized by a spirit of innovation that prepares graduates for success in a global society. The baccalaureate Biochemistry program is accredited by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
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Please use this academic map as a reference guide. Academic advisors are always available to discuss the required courses depending on each student’s needs.
Congratulations to our recent graduates!
2026
- Devan Fox: pursuing a Ph.D. in Toxicology at North Carolina State University
- Dylan Levesque: pursuing a Ph.D. in Chemistry at the University of Connecticut
2025
- Gavin Cabral: planning to pursue a career in medicine
Why USJ?
- It is the only program in CT to be both ACS-approved (since 1970) and accredited by the ASBMB.
- 100% of graduates go on to industrial positions, Ph.D programs, Pharm. D. programs or professional schools (medical, optometry and dental schools)
- Small class sizes
- Every student in the department has the opportunity to work with a faculty member one-on-one with their research
- Faculty members in the department are extremely accessible to students
Student Learning Outcomes
- Design and execute chemical experiments as well as accurately record and analyze the results of those experiments.
- Conduct experiments using modern instrumentation and classical techniques and assess the results of these experiments using established figures of merit.
- Conduct experiments using correct procedures for safe handling of chemicals and waste disposal.
- Conduct chemical research and present the results of their work to chemists and non-chemists in oral and written forms.
- Use modern databases and retrieval methods to obtain information about a topic, chemical, technique, or an issue relating to chemistry.
- Explain the function of living organisms at the molecular level and the relevance of chemical and biological principles, and their interplay.
BIOCHEMISTRY
Advantages
The focused curriculum is designed to help students prepare to sit for the ASBMB exam, a potential career in medicine, and is accredited by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
Clubs and Organizations
Pre-Health Professions Club | Pre-Pharmacy Club | Public Health Society
Join a clubI have been at USJ for 32 years, and there is only one reason a professor stays at an institution for that amount of time: for the students! Over 32 years, I have worked with an amazing diversity of chemistry and biochemistry students that have gone on to PhD programs at Yale and Brown, professional programs including MD/PhD, medical, dental, and veterinary schools and employment at leading companies including Pfizer and Loctite/Henkel.
Gerald Darling Ph.D., professor of Physics and Chemistry
Questions?
Contact:
Nicola Edwards, Ph.D.
Chair, Department of Chemistry
Phone: 860.231.5240
Email: [email protected]