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Mar 25
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I Have a Biology Degree… Now What? (All ...

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You have a biology degree… now what?

Most people think their only options are med school or a PhD.

But in reality, there are so many career paths in biotech, you just haven’t been exposed to them.

In this episode, I break down the entire biotech industry so you can finally understand where you fit in.


We walk through:

  • Research & Development (R&D)

  • Cell culture, discovery, and assay development

  • Process Development & CMC

  • Manufacturing & bioprocessing

  • Quality (QA/QC)

  • Regulatory Affairs

  • Clinical Research

  • Bioinformatics & non-lab roles


    And most importantly, I explain the actual job titles you should be searching for on LinkedIn.

    If you’ve ever felt lost with a biology degree, this episode will give you a clear starting point.


    Biotech Careers Guide - BioSpace - https://www.biospace.com/career-advice/career-coach-transition-into-a-career-in-biotech



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