2019 Exploring Careers in Life Science Industries

The 3rd annual Exploring Careers in Life Science Industries event is a one-day conference featuring career presentations and a networking lunch with professionals and alumni. Professionals from local biotech companies, like Illumina and Tioga Research Inc., will discuss career paths in industry. Get tips on writing an effective resume and learn how to kick-start your internship and other development opportunities. Start making connections for your future!

All undergraduate and MS students in life science studies are highly encouraged to attend!

• Event Check-in and morning refreshments begin at 9:30AM
  
• Welcome and presentations begin at 10:00AM

Program Timeline:

• 10:00AM-12:40PM Career Talks/Presentations
  
• 1:00PM-2:10PM Networking Luncheon
• 2:15PM-3:15PM Career Preparation and Internship Resources
  

Program Highlights:

• Overview of the Life Sciences Industry Career Landscape
  
• Working as a Bench Scientist in the Life Sciences Industry
  
• What Difference Does a PhD Make in the Life Sciences Industry Career?
  
• Regulatory Affairs Careers
• Sales and Marketing Careers in the Life Sciences Industry
  
• Kick-Start: Finding and Realizing Best Benefits from an Internship
• Writing an Effective Resume

• Networking luncheon with life sciences industry professionals & UC San Diego alumni from companies like Thermo Fisher Scientific, CorTechs Labs, and Tioga Biosciences.
  

Presenters:

• Seung Chun '06, Asst. Director of Regulatory Affairs at Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
  
• Dr. John Newsam, Chief Executive Officer at Tioga Research Inc.
• Kolby Pronenko '15, Account Manager at CorTechs Labs
• Jurg Rohrer, Dir. of Research and Development at BD Biosciences
• Miller Tran '05, '12, Associate Director at Triton Algae Innovations Ltd.
• Analia Mendez, Director of Career Education and Advising at UCSD Center Center

• Additional UCSD alumni and professionals will be available at the networking luncheon
  

REGISTRATION: Register through Eventbite, and pay the $10 registration fee online with a major credit card (begin by clicking the green “Tickets” button above). Registration will close at 4:00pm Feb. 1, 2019, or when we have reached capacity, whichever happens first!

PARKING: Parking is not enforced during weekends. Closest parking is Pangea Parking Structure. Remember to pay attention to any parking restrictions or 24/7 enforcement. For an interactive map and complete parking information, visit UCSD Transportation Services.

CHECK-IN: Check-in begins at 9:30AM. Light breakfast refreshments will be provided while supplies last.

DRESS-CODE: Business casual is recommended, but make sure you are comfortable --- no need to wear suits, ties, or fancy dresses, jeans are absolutely OK.

For questions about registration and event details please contact the do/bio Center, dobio@ucsd.edu, (858) 534-5515.