Life Sciences, Biotech, Pharma

The life sciences field, which can include large pharmaceutical companies (i.e. Johnson & Johnson), biotechnology startups (i.e. Wave Life Sciences), and medical devices (i.e. Abbott), has opportunities for all degree concentrations. While it can be a great industry fit for those who have concentrated in the sciences and have research/lab experience, the field also has numerous opportunities in business, finance, and strategy. Whether you are looking to be in the lab or beyond the bench, the life sciences field is expected to grow. For instance, MassBioEd’s recent Life Sciences Employer Outlook report estimates the life sciences will increase in Massachusetts by 32% in 10 years.

Breaking into Biotech & Pharma: Key Takeaways from Harvard Alumni Panel

Last week, we gathered for a Biotech and Pharma Alumni Career Pathways Panel, where industry professionals shared insights on navigating careers in this dynamic field. Whether you missed it or just need a refresher, here are the major takeaways and …

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How to Become an Industry Computational Biologist in a Year

MCS Advisors attended the MassBioEd Life Sciences Workforce Conference where they discussed how the demand for the life sciences workforce in Massachusetts continues to grow, especially for those with interdisciplinary skillsets, like those of computational biologists. Read more in the  …

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How to Prepare a Presentation for a Biopharma Job Interview

“So you’ve been asked to deliver a presentation to a hiring team. What’s expected of you, and what should you expect?

Cicely Zhu, an analytical chemist and writer who worked in biopharma for over a decade, told BioSpace presentations are …

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