Review: MS in Bioinformatics Virtual Roundtable Information Session

We welcomed students to campus to discuss an exciting degree in Bioinformatics. The session was hosted by Dr. Steve Vollmer, Director of the MS in Bioinformatics program, who teleconferenced in from Boston. Dr. Vollmer discussed specifics of the program including course and career options. 

Vollmer noted that over 80% of students take jobs in the Bioinformatics field. The most popular industry is pharmaceuticals. So far in Seattle, Bioinformatics students have the option to perform their cooperative education (co-op) experiences at organizations such as Seattle Children’s Hospital and the Benaroya Research Institute. We will continue to add additional co-op opportunities in the Pacific Northwest for students of Bioinformatics and other areas of studies. 

This informal information session allowed Dr. Vollmer to answer questions and discuss various elements of the program, including the option for Bioinformatics students to take Computer Science classes for topics in overlapping fields.

To learn more about Northeastern University – Seattle’s Master of Science in Bioinformatics degree and to request more information click here.