Biotechnology

Biotechnology is a rapidly growing industry

Biotechnology is a rapidly growing industry with projections for continued growth and exciting opportunities for employment. The Biotechnology Program at Moorpark College is one of several in the State with a comprehensive curriculum in bio-manufacturing. This program is designed in consultation with members of local industry (Amgen, Takeda, Thermo Fisher Scientific and others) to provide the essential technical experiences and training needed for this thriving field. The curriculum balances basic science courses with practical laboratory applications.

Counselors

Wendy Berg, Danita Redd, and Samantha Simmons. They can be contacted by visiting the counseling website linked on the bottom right hand corner.

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Pictured below is Biotech student Paola Martinez, who turned her internship into full employment! "This internship was the perfect way for me to get my foot in the door at Thermo Fisher Scientific. I have learned so much here and I’m excited to continue learning more!”

Thermo Fisher Scientific employee gives the peace sign while wearing PPE, former student of Moorpark College

Biotechnology Department Contact Info

Biotechnology

Biotechnology is a rapidly growing industry

Counselors

Carol Higashida

Subhash Karkare

Hovik Gasparyan

Mary Swenson

Moorpark College is committed to providing an equal opportunity to students, employees, and the public, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital status, or veteran status. Please call (805) 378-1403 or see the catalog for more detail.

Moorpark College

Biotechnology

Biotechnology is a rapidly growing industry

Counselors

From Intern to Full-Time Employee

Carol Higashida

Subhash Karkare

Hovik Gasparyan

Mary Swenson