Career prospects

After your studies

This master’s programme in Biomedical Sciences will teach you refined research skills. However, at Radboud University we understand that not everyone wants to become a researcher. A biomedical scientist has lots of options. To help kick-start your career after graduation we offer you different career profiles. There are mandatory courses connected to each profile.

After the master’s, biomedical scientists pursue a wide range of careers. Possible occupations after the master Biomedical Sciences are: 

  • Scientific researcher/PhD candidate
  • Science editor (science communication)
  • Scientific consultant
  • Clinical study manager
  • University teacher
  • Scientific policy advisor
  • Manager at a biomedical company
  • Medical scientific liaison
  • Research project manager
  • Epidemiologist

Satisfaction

A majority (81%) of graduates of the master’s in Biomedical Sciences finds a paid job before or directly after graduating. And many of our alumni are content with their positions (88%), positive about the extent to which capacities are utilised (88%), and believe that the job offers good prospects for career advancements (79%).

PhD programmes

About 40% of our graduates go on to complete a PhD. Radboudumc offers the opportunity for its excellent research-oriented Master's students to write their own research project. The best candidates from the Radboudumc Master’s programmes are awarded a fully funded 4-year PhD position at the department of their choice.

“I like that as a biomedical scientist I’m closely connected to the medical profession without being a doctor. With my broad biomedical knowledge I can easily participate in many research projects and contribute my own expertise. Together we soar to greater heights.”
— Wietske Kievit, graduate of the master's in Biomedical Sciences and now researcher at Department for Health Evidence

Career Support

The Faculty of Medicine has a Career Service team which offers advice for students on career orientation. The Career Service team help students e.g. by supporting them with the creation of their CV, discuss their future plans and organising workshops and events aimed at career orientation.

Keep developing, even after your Master's

Do you want to stay up to date in your field of study even after your Master's? At Radboud University, we offer advanced education for professionals. Here, you connect the challenges of your future work practice and social issues with scientific insights and practical skills. This way, you strengthen your knowledge, stay ahead in your career, and are always prepared for the next step.