Biotechnology, BS
The Biotechnology program is a research/technology focused major designed for undergraduates to accumulate the research skills required to compete in an industrial biotech career or the transition to a research based graduate program.
Program Intro
The BS in Biotechnology prepares students to step confidently into the expanding world of biotech. With a strong focus on research, technology and applied skills, the program equips undergraduates for careers in the biotechnology industry or for success in research-focused graduate programs, complementing existing strengths within the Biological Sciences and Natural and Mathematical Sciences.
Facts & Stats
Why Choose CBU’s Biotechnology Major?
Build advanced research skills
CBU’s Biotechnology program is a research- and technology-focused undergraduate major designed to give students hands-on laboratory and analytical experience typically reserved for graduate study. From the start, students develop the technical skills needed to compete in industry or transition seamlessly into research-based graduate programs.
Prepare for the growing biotechnology industry
Unlike traditional biology degrees, this program emphasizes industry-relevant techniques and applied research aligned with today’s biotechnology workforce. Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles in biotech, biomanufacturing and research environments—ready to contribute from day one.
Learn within a strong scientific ecosystem
Students benefit from faculty expertise, facilities and interdisciplinary coursework while pursuing a specialized degree with a clear market focus.
Choose your path: industry or graduate study
Designed with flexibility in mind, the curriculum supports multiple post-graduation pathways. Whether entering the biotechnology workforce or advancing into research-focused graduate programs, students graduate with the skills, experience and confidence to move forward.
Integrate faith, ethics and scientific inquiry
Grounded in CBU’s Christian mission, the program encourages students to thoughtfully integrate faith and ethics into scientific practice. Graduates are prepared to engage responsibly with emerging biotechnologies while considering their broader impact on society.
Program Details
Student outcomes describe what students are expected to know and be able to do by the time of graduation. These relate to the knowledge, skills and behaviors that students acquire as they progress through the program. The outcomes prepare graduates to attain the program educational objectives.
CBU graduates are expected to acquire:
- SLO 1: Students will be able to explain and demonstrate laboratory techniques that are foundational to the biotechnology industry.
- SLO 2: Students will be able to critically analyze and discuss scientific journal articles.
- SLO 3: Students will be able to critically analyze and discuss selected contemporary and/or controversial issues in biotechnology, enabling them to be informed citizens and participants in the public debate and discourse involving these issues.
- SLO 4: Students will develop and articulate a biblical perspective in Biotechnology, integrating faith and learning.
- SLO 5: Students will apply their knowledge of biology and biotechnology through participation in a focused research project.
BIO 473: Cancer and Exosomes
This class focuses on laboratory research projects in cancer research, with a focus on exosomes, with a goal of providing important experimental expertise for a career in research. Content is based on students interest, current cancer therapeutics, and strategically implementing exosomes in research.
BIO 475: Recombinant Protein Techniques
This course will familiarize students with techniques used to clone genes for expression and protein purification from eukaryotic and prokaryotic systems.
BIO 477: Gene Editing
This class focuses on gene editing laboratory research projects and topics and gaining important experimental expertise for a career in research. Content is based on the application of the CRISPR-Case 9 approaches in gene editing within the genome of a range of organisms.
Anabel Flores Arenas, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Biology
Office Phone: 951-343-4873
E-mail: aflores@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: James 382
Ryan Fuller, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences
Office Phone: 951-552-8578
E-mail: ryfuller@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: Mission Hall 103
Career Possibilities
Graduates of CBU's biotechnology bachelor's program will be well prepared for various careers and/or graduate school. Some careers listed below may require further education.
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Biological Technician
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Biotechnology Research Assistant
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Biomanufacturing Specialist
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Biochemist / Biophysicist
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Next Steps
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