Welcome to the CSUB Biology Department. CSUB Bakersfield's Department of Biology offers a hands-on learning environment, cutting edge research opportunities, and mentorship by top research scientists. Our undergraduate and graduate programs are all designed to train and educate students to take on leading roles in the biological sciences. We invite you to explore our many educational and research opportunities.
Associate Professor and Chair of Biology

Dr. Kathy Szick
Associate Professor of Biology
Director CSU-STEM Pathways and Research Alliance (CSU-SPaRA)
Education:
University of California, Riverside (Ph.D.)
California State University, Dominguez Hills (B.S.)
Research:
Molecular genetics and mechanisms of gene expression
Phone: (661) 654-6165
E-mail: kszick@csub.edu
Office: SCI 1, 316