The College of Graduate Health Sciences offers a 16-month, 35-credit hour program leading to the degree of Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences with a concentration in Laboratory Research and Management. The mission of this program is to train qualified individuals in the advanced technical, managerial, and administrative skills required to be a Senior Research Assistant/Lab Manager in basic and translational biomedical research laboratories in the academic, government and private biotech sectors. Candidates in this three-term program will receive training in four integrated components- Basic Science - Candidates will take existing graduate level courses in biochemistry, cell biology, and molecular biology to advance their knowledge and understanding of biological disciplines that are critical for functioning in a basic or translational biological research laboratory.Technical - Candidates will be trained in both the theoretical and operational aspects of laboratory methodology and critical mathematical calculations. This will include molecular biology methodologies, procedures in animal experimentation, statistical analysis, bioinformatics, scientific communication, scientific graphic design and basic laboratory equipment maintenance and repair.Administrative - Candidates will be trained and/or certified in radiation, biohazard, animal handling, human tissue handling, general safety compliance issues, the ethical conduct of scientific research, personnel management, conflict resolution, laboratory inventory management, and laboratory finance management.Practical - Candidates will put their skills to practical use through a 6-month research laboratory internship.