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From Pipettes to Paychecks: Exploring Biotech Careers

From Pipettes to Paychecks: Exploring Biotech Careers

Monday, October 20 | 3:00–4:00 PM | BioLabs Lecture Hall, Room 1080

Wondering what comes after grad school or your postdoc? Join MCB for a lively panel discussion with professionals from Zymo Research, a company at the forefront of genomics, epigenetics, and microbiome science.

This MCB Career Series event—“Careers in Biotech”—offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s really like to work in the biotech industry. Hear from scientists who’ve made the leap from academia to industry, learn how they built their careers, and get their advice on navigating the transition.

Panelists include:

  • Kris Locken – Scientific Collaboration Manager, Microbiome
  • Aaron Clausen, Ph.D. – Senior Scientist / Principal Commercialization Manager
  • Cristian Quinn-Camacho – Account Manager, Northeast

Come with your questions and curiosity! Whether you’re deep in lab work or just starting to think about life beyond the bench, this conversation will help you imagine new ways to apply your scientific skills—and maybe even spark your next career move.

And don’t forget—the BioFestival at Harvard is happening just two days before!

 

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