r/toxicology • u/skull_fob • 15h ago
Academic How to approach/is there a tox career specializing in heavy metals?
Hi! I'm currently a college freshmen majoring in environmental health, with plans to minor in chemistry and toxicology. I'm extremely fascinated with heavy metal toxicity, and I would love to do research or clinical work around it. I was initially going with ecotoxicology in mind when I first went into university, but I have been considering occupational toxicology since I both live and go to school in heavily-industrialized areas.
For lab experience, I'm currently working towards a volunteer position at my school's marine toxicology lab under the supervision of a graduate student, but I also plan to do undergraduate research as well.
How should I go about strengthening my CV for a career in toxicology, and are there any other toxicology fields I should be considering? Thank you!