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As academic opportunities dwindle, students are exploring alternative career paths. The bioscience industry is growing exponentially and there is a need to increase the awareness among students of life on the corporate side and beyond the walls of academia. Students are exploring "alternative" opportunities in corporate R&D, finance, law, journalism, business development and many other rewarding career paths. Know what your options are and take control of your future!
Industry Profile
To enter the industry, one must KNOW the industry. Interesting information on the industry, its trends and future can be found on the web sites of the following organzations: Biotechnology Idustry Oraganization (BIO), New York Biotechnology Association (NYBA), and BioSpace.com. One cannot help but feel excited about the incredible momentum that the bioscience industry has gained and its future.
Careers in Biotechnology
What are the career paths available to me? Graduates in the life sciences are pursuing diverse careers paths ranging from business, finance, law to journalism, public relations and writing. The following websites provide a brief insight into the opportunities available.
Education Do I have the necessary education and training? The biotech field requires a wide variety of people with a variety of educational and training programs. Here is a snapshot of what employers are looking for: - Work experience/co-op experience
- General biochemistry training
- Knowledge of Quality Control/Quality Assurance
- Depth of knowledge in biotech specialization
- Solid foundation in core sciences
- Breadth of knowledge in general biotechnology
- Technical and theoretical knowledge
- Flexibility
- Listening and communications skills
- Perseverance, objective driven
- Realistic expectations
Colleges and Universities that offer undergraduate and graduate courses in Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering.
Career Sites
There are numerous sites out there that cater to career seekers in the bioscience industry. If you would like to add a link to this list, please click here. - The National Biotechnology Information Facility website contains numerous links to employment agencies, search engines, biotechnology firms and other career resources specializing in the bioscience industry.
- Biospace.com
- NYBA
- About.com
- Sciencejobs.com
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This medical counterpart to the Monster Board offers fast searching of over 1,000 job listings, plus resume posting for job seekers. - BMEnet
provides a comprehensive database of links to biomedical engineering departments, job listings, grant information, conference information, and other related resources. - BioSpace.com
is a global hubsite for people who work and invest in life sciences. The site features news, stocks, jobs, supplies, auctions, real estate. - BiologyJobs.com
is a targeted resource for job seekers and employers who are specifically interested in the Life Sciences. Biology job categories in the database include Agriculture, Anatomy / Physiology, Bioinformatics / Biotechnology, Botany, Cell Biology, Conservation, Ecology, Environmental Science, Genetics, Marine Science, Medicine, Natural Resources, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Veterinary Medicine, and Zoology. - Tips and information for career opportunities in the biomedical/biotechnology industry.
- A general resource guide to careers in biotechnology.
- A searchable registry containing over 1200 biomedical companies posting vacant positions.
- NextWave
A weekly on-line publication devoted to scientific training and career development. - The SUNY Stony Brook Career Center
- Cell and Molecular Biology Online's listing of professional societies.
- Careers in Biomedical Engineering
- Biotechnology Human Resource Council
A comprehensive website that explores opportunities in the Canadian Biotechnology Industry.
Stony Brook University Students
Stony Brook University students in the life sciences can benefit from the myriad range of resources of the Career Center. Students are encouraged to take part in the various initiatives and programs.
Career Contact Alumni Network (CCAN)
Accessible right through your ZebraNet account, this network enables you to connect with alumni and friends of Stony Brook who have volunteered to conduct informational interviews with students.
An informational interview is a career research technique; you interview a professional to learn more about his/her career and determine if it's the right for you. You can also ask these professionals for advice on job search techniques and industry specific expectations for entry level candidates.
Remember, these professionals are not there for you ask them for a job! This may turn the individual off and ruin a potential networking contact that could leader to a future opportunity.
ZebraNet: https://www.myinterfase.com/stonybrook/student/
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