iJOBS Blog https://grad.rutgers.edu/ en iJOBS Career Panel: Patent Specialists and Attorneys https://grad.rutgers.edu/news/ijobs-career-panel-patent-specialists-and-attorneys <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>iJOBS Career Panel: Patent Specialists and Attorneys</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--news.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field--item"> <p class="Body"><span><span><span><span><span>By Shreya Madhavarapu </span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/filter/templates/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure role="group" class="align-center"> <img alt="gavel and book with the title &quot;patent law&quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="b222be88-5198-4533-9413-f35e21e0cd06" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/iJOBS%20Career%20Panel-%20Patent%20Specialists%20and%20Attorneys_SM_teaser.jpg" /> <figcaption>Source of photo: <a href="https://pix4free.org/">https://pix4free.org/</a>. CC BY-SA 3.0</figcaption> </figure> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/filter/templates/filter-caption.html.twig' --> </p> <p class="Body"> </p> <p class="Body"><span><span><span><span><span><span>In the dynamic landscape of post-PhD and post-doctoral career choices, the traditional trajectory of academia is no longer the sole path for those STEM disciplines. The rich skill set cultivated during a PhD training can be a key asset in diverse and intellectually stimulating fields. For those seeking a career path that combines their technical expertise with legal acumen, intellectual property (IP) and patent law are compelling options. Intellectual property encompasses legal protections for innovations, inventions, and creative works, with patent law specifically focusing on the safeguarding of novel and non-obvious inventions.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Body"> </p> <p class="Body"><span><span><span><span><span><span>On October 9<sup>th</sup>, 2023, iJOBS hosted a career panel featuring individuals working in IP and patent law. The panelists were </span></span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/haowubiomed/"><span><span><span>Hao Wu</span></span></span></a><span><span>, an in-house patent agent at Exelixis, Inc.; </span></span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayitaguhaniyogi/"><span><span><span>Jayita Guhaniyogi</span></span></span></a><span><span>, an IP Litigation Attorney at McDermott Will &amp; Emery; and </span></span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-p-ghidu-ph-d-1227691/"><span><span><span>Victor P. Ghidu</span></span></span></a><span><span>, a Partner at Morgan, Lewis &amp; Bockius LLP. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Body"> </p> <p class="Body"><span><span><span><span><span><span>Hao Wu holds a Ph.D. in molecular biology from Rowan University. During her doctoral studies, she participated in the iJOBS SciPhD workshop and explored potential career transitions. One notable path she pursued was a </span></span><a href="https://research.rutgers.edu/researcher-support/commercialize-your-innovation/internships-and-career-opportunities"><span><span>technology transfer internship</span></span></a><span><span>, providing her with valuable insights into the patent system, business development, and document drafting. It also illuminated ways for her to leverage her background and training in other avenues and played a pivotal role in showcasing her interest in patent law to future employers, Howson &amp; Howson, LLP. Serving as a technical specialist, she focused on patent prosecution in the field of cell and gene therapy technologies. Patent prosecution is focused on helping clients obtain patents for their inventions. Technical specialists work with clients to determine if something is patentable and assist with drafting patent applications and navigating the patent filing process. After 3 years in this role, seeking a change, Hao relocated to the west coast and joined Foley &amp; Lardner, LLP, transitioning towards patent litigation. While patent prosecution deals with helping secure patents, patent litigation is focused on resolving conflicts, enforcing patents, and defending patent rights via the legal system. Despite passing the patent bar and working as a patent agent, her immigration status limited the recognition in this role. Approximately a year and a half ago, she took on her current position at Exelixis, Inc as an in-house patent scientist using her scientific expertise to contribute to internal research and development and the patenting process.  </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Body"> </p> <p class="Body"><span><span><span><span><span><span>Rutgers University Alumna, Jayita Guhaniyogi initially encountered patent law during her doctoral studies in biochemistry but went on to pursue two postdoctoral degrees before making the transition to patent law. During her second postdoctoral training, a colleague approached her with an enticing offer - matching her postdoc salary and handling in-house and outside counsel responsibilities. This prompted her to take the risk and make the switch to patent law. In 2008, she started as an IP manager at a small biotech spin-off from Princeton, transitioning from the bench to drafting examples for patent applications. Collaborating with outside counsel, Jayita found mentors who fueled her passion for patent law, fostering lasting friendships. Support from the company CEO and involvement with the technology transfer office at Princeton University further enriched her experience. Motivated to deepen her legal knowledge, she pursued law school part-time over four years while working full-time. Through on-campus interviews, Jayita joined an IP boutique firm as a summer associate, specializing in pharmaceutical patent litigation. Her role allowed her to leverage her scientific background and assist experts in navigating the litigation process, embracing the multifaceted nature of litigation—an aspect she values. Jayita switched firms a few times before landing in her current position.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Body"> </p> <p class="Body"><span><span><span><span><span><span>Victor Ghidu began his journey in Romania as a product manager before moving to the United States to pursue a PhD in Chemistry at Case Western Reserve University. This was followed by postdoctoral trainings at Vanderbilt University and Temple University. It was during his time at Temple that he discovered an interest in patent law and decided to pursue law school part-time. Upon graduation, he started at a boutique law firm, becoming a <a>patent agent</a></span></span><span><span> </span></span><span><span>after about two years. Eventually, he transitioned to his present company starting as an associate and recently earning a promotion to partner. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Body"> </p> <p class="Body"><span><span><span><span><span><span>To help the audience understand some of the positions individuals venturing into patent law can explore, the panelists provided detailed information. Victor delved into the differences between technical specialists, patent agents, and patent attorneys. Despite their shared focus on patent law intricacies, the roles differ significantly. Technical specialists, often holding PhDs, play a vital role in drafting and submitting patent documentation, utilizing their technical expertise. In order to become</span></span><span lang="FR" xml:lang="FR" xml:lang="FR"><span> a patent agent</span></span><span><span>, they must pass the </span></span><a href="https://www.uspto.gov/learning-and-resources/patent-and-trademark-practitioners/becoming-patent-practitioner"><span><span>USPTO patent bar</span></span></a><span><span>. Patent attorneys are those who have completed law school and offer a broader perspective, handling disputes, providing legal advice, and guiding clients through the entire patent process, from application to enforcement. The distinctions underscore the complementary nature of these roles in the multifaceted field of intellectual property. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Body"> </p> <p class="Body"><span><span><span><span><span><span>Jayita provided a comprehensive overview of the patent litigation process, which is one of the tasks of a patent attorney. The patent litigation process has four distinct phases:</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Phase 1 involves scrutinizing patent file histories and formulating case theories, with restricted communication between litigators and prosecution attorneys. In phase 1, the case is initiated, complaints are filed, and patent attorneys manage the case</span></span><span lang="SV" xml:lang="SV" xml:lang="SV"><span> docket</span></span><span><span>, deadlines, and overall </span></span><span lang="NL" xml:lang="NL" xml:lang="NL"><span>coordination </span></span><span><span>within the team. </span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Phase 2 encompasses evidence collection through written discovery, fact depositions, claim construction, and collaboration with experts for trial preparation. </span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Phase 3 involves collaboration between patent attorneys and experts on report drafting, expert depositions, and simplified court presentations. </span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span><span>Phase 4 focuses on trial preparation, pre-trial submissions, motion practice, and post-trial submissions, including findings of facts and conclusions of law.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p class="Body"> </p> <p class="Body"><span><span><span><span><span><span>Following the detailed description of various roles, panelists were given the opportunity to reflect on and provide valuable insights into various aspects of pursuing a career in IP and patent law. They stressed the importance of passing the USPTO bar and shared some practical advice about preparing for it, emphasizing the importance of strategy, practice, and resources like the </span></span><a href="https://www.pli.edu/poec/home"><span><span><span>PLI course</span></span></span></a><span><span>. Hao stressed that her internship experience with the technology transfer office was pivotal to her journey and encouraged anyone interested in transitioning to a career in IP in pursuing it. As someone who has done this internship, I can attest to it being an excellent starting point for exploring alternate careers in research commercialization, business development, marketing as well as IP and patent law. During my internship, I was exposed to different facets of identifying, protecting, and commercializing innovations generated by Rutgers University researchers. I had the opportunity to engage with patent attorneys and learn about the process of patenting innovations. I also had the opportunity to learn about licensing agreements and understand the intricacies of transforming research into marketable products. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Body"> </p> <p class="Body"><span><span><span><span><span><span>These invaluable words of wisdom offered by the panelists serve a critical role in helping graduate students and postdoctoral researchers take steps towards a career in patent law. If you are interested in a career in patent law, now is the time to be proactive! </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Body"> </p> <p class="Body"> </p> <p class="Body"><span><span><span><span><em><span><span>This article was edited by Junior Editor Joycelyn Radeny and Senior Editor Natalie Losada.</span></span></em></span></span></span></span></p> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/352" typeof="schema:Person" 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--> <div class="field field--name-field-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Topic Areas</div> <div class="field--items"> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/211" hreflang="en">Featured</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/251" hreflang="en">Biomedical Sciences</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/282" hreflang="en">career development</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/254" hreflang="en">iJOBS Event Summary</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/342" hreflang="en">careers after graduate school</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/357" hreflang="en">professional development</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/317" hreflang="en">STEM careers</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/291" hreflang="en">patent law</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/285" hreflang="en">career panel</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/379" hreflang="en">patent attorneys</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/380" hreflang="en">patent litigation</a></div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-academic-cluster--news.html.twig * field--node--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-academic-cluster field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Academic Cluster</div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/226" hreflang="en">Biological, Biomedical, and Health Sciences</a></div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-authored-on-year--news.html.twig * field--node--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--computed-integer.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-authored-on-year field--type-computed-integer field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Authored On Year</div> <div class="field--item">2024</div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Wed, 24 Jan 2024 15:03:58 +0000 nml95 2874 at https://grad.rutgers.edu 2023 Rutgers iJOBS Symposium https://grad.rutgers.edu/news/2023-rutgers-ijobs-symposium <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>2023 Rutgers iJOBS Symposium</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--news.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field--item"> <p><span><span><span>By Natalie Losada</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span>An ode to all academic researchers.  </span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span>All graduate students and postdocs conducting research, whether in STEM, social sciences, or humanities, spend much of their time coming up with the best possible story for their dissertation or research project.  For most academic researchers, it is easier to focus entirely on their thesis, grinding away at their desk or lab bench, than think of life after graduate school or the postdoc.  I used to be one of these people until the iJOBS program allowed me to easily explore a plethora of career options available after graduate school.  That’s why I’m here to convince you to participate in the iJOBS program.  And the first place to start is the annual iJOBS symposium. </span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span>On October 25<sup>th</sup>, 2023, graduate students, postdocs, alumni, industry professionals, and faculty gathered at the Rutgers University Busch Student Center for a day of celebration and professional development.  The Rutgers iJOBS symposium is an annual event to facilitate networking, provide updates on program events and the progress of the iJOBS trainees, host a keynote address, and hold a professional development workshop to teach trainees.  </span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span>Every year at the start of the symposium the iJOBS director, Janet Alder, PhD, gives an inspirational speech about the purpose of and progress made by the iJOBS program over the years.  Rutgers was one of 17 schools to receive the NIH BEST grant to broaden training for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in 2014.  This grant was intended to introduce research trainees to the wide variety of career options available to them, as well as allow the trainees to network with and learn directly from industry professionals.  In fact, the breadth of options offered by the program isn’t even covered by “industry professionals” – there are professionals in government positions, non-profit organizations, academic faculty jobs, and so much more.  The overwhelming success of the iJOBS program at Rutgers led to its expansion to graduate students and postdocs at Princeton, Rowan, NJIT, and Stevens Institute of Technology.  The iJOBS program has four phases: 1) <strong>inquire</strong>, where you attend career panels and skill-developing workshops, 2) <strong>initiate</strong>, where you officially apply to the iJOBS program and are assigned a general mentor and a shadow host in a job field of interest, 3) <strong>implement</strong>, where you receive one-on-one sessions with resume and LinkedIn experts, and 4) <strong>instruct</strong>, where you are in your desired career and you help guide the next generation of iJOBS trainees. </span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span>If your first thought after reading this is “I don’t have time for this, I need to finish my research”, then you’re not alone.  Dr. Alder addresses this misconception every year with concrete evidence proving the power of this program. A publication by the directors of different programs across 10 of the 17 universities that received funding found that doctoral students across all academic institutions who participated in the program had the same time to degree or manuscript output as students who did not. This finding clearly indicates that joining the iJOBS program does not take away from your research progress, and the speakers at this year’s annual symposium proved that there is much to gain from joining.</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span>After Janet’s introduction, we heard from the keynote speaker, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonhiggs/">Brandon Higgs</a>, PhD, the VP and Head of Translational and Clinical Data Sciences at <a href="https://www.genmab.com/">Genmab</a>. Genmab is an international biotech company that is using data science to facilitate “data-driven decision making” to advance pre-clinical product development. I’ve been to multiple symposia, including three from iJOBS, and in general, the keynote speakers speak in a way that commands the room.  However, Higgs, with a subtler tone, spoke about something more powerful than anyone thought could be true. His talk was about the impact of artificial intelligence on the future drug development workforce.  AI is one of the buzzwords of 2023, yet many people don’t understand what it is and how it works.  They just know it works — kind of like that herbal remedy your parents hand you when you’re not feeling well while saying “just take it, it works.”  Brandon Higgs began his speech trying to demystify AI and identify its differences from Machine Learning and other advanced computer terms that are often conflated.  Then, he provided numerous examples of language learning models and their current uses, which in my opinion are the easiest to comprehend as a non-AI developer because everyone speaks a language.  I was shocked by how fascinating the presentation was, and how it illuminated the ubiquity of AI across all fields.  Right now, ChatGPT (a language model) may be most familiar, but you can find similar technology in every field for almost every task. </span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span>The next part of the symposium was led by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/supreetbainssharma/">Supreet Bains-Sharma</a><span>, </span><a href="https://www.pmi.org/certifications/project-management-pmp">PMP</a><span>, </span><a href="https://www.shrm.org/credentials/certification/shrm-scp">SCP(SHRM</a><span>), a management consultant and professional speaker who conducted a professional development workshop on “Effective Teamworking”.  To facilitate networking, Janet Alder divided the room into different career options/jobs, where, at almost every table, sat a professional in the career assigned to that table.  The wonderful thing about this teamworking workshop is that it applied to everyone.  Supreet spoke metaphorically of the Argentinian soccer team (to highlight the importance of teamwork).  We all likely have heard of Lionel Messi, one of the most famous Argentinian soccer players, but not every fan or sports broadcaster discusses the other members of his team.  Though an entertaining topic of conversation, the critical point was that Messi only succeeds when his team acts cohesively.  The goalkeeper must prevent the other team from scoring, the defenders must prevent their opponents from shooting and pass the ball to their team members to get it out of their half of the field, and Messi and his fellow forwards and mid-fielders must take the ball up the field and get a shot on their opponent’s net.  Every member of the team has their purpose.  Similarly, Bains-Sharma outlined the stages teams go through as they actively or passively decide a leader, learn about each other’s strengths and weaknesses, and decide each team member’s role in order to function in the most efficient manner.  She also highlighted an adjustment and learning period which is often the cause of the awkwardness some people feel when working with a new team.  But being aware of it, allows you to help navigate through these stages and prevent initial standstills. </span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span>Besides the art of teambuilding (and the awareness and patience required for it) Supreet also focused on giving and receiving feedback.  This may seem unrelated to team building, but knowing how to give and receive feedback is an essential part of working as a team.  It is best to receive feedback in a calm manner and ask questions when necessary.  Sometimes we focus too much on the negatives and don’t stop to think how this feedback is going to help us grow and improve?  When you approach conversations with this perspective, you can reap the benefits of constructive feedback and avoid any frustration.  Giving constructive feedback is just as, if not more, important than receiving feedback from your team.  The most important lesson I took from the talk was “praise in public, criticize in private”, which Supreet repeated multiple times during her talk.  If you want to help others improve, and help the team improve their work output as a whole, you need to give constructive feedback.  This means no vague or confusing complaints; you should be clear about what was wrong and point out what was done correctly.  And most importantly, to enable true and calm listening, do not attack your teammate, hence “criticize in private”.  Teammates should give each other a chance to understand the problem, fix it, and further discuss the issue in case there are external problems that arise.  I know as the reader, this seems obvious, but when we don’t consciously think of these things it’s easy to forget to implement them.  Keeping your mind on the bigger picture – what the feedback is meant to accomplish and what your team goals are – will help keep you and your team on a path of improvement.</span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span>The iJOBS symposium is always an enlightening experience.  Learning about the growth of the program and where trainees are in their careers is inspiring.  The keynote speaker Brandon Higgs’ discussion on the power, versatility, and benefits of AI kept our sight set on the future while Supreet Bains-Sharma grounded us in the present by reminding us of the importance of feedback and teamwork in our everyday lives.  The symposium has endless opportunities for networking and learning about potential careers, and hopefully reading this has convinced you to sign up for next year’s symposium or at least learn more about the</span> iJOBS program and past <a href="https://grad.rutgers.edu/news/ijobs-2021-annual-symposium-aiding-graduate-students-non-academic-careers-and-beyond">iJOBS symposia</a><em>. </em></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><em>This article was edited by Junior Editor Antonia Kaz and Junior Editor Kylie Ryan Kaler.</em></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME 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HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-academic-cluster--news.html.twig * field--node--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-academic-cluster field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Academic Cluster</div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/226" hreflang="en">Biological, Biomedical, and Health Sciences</a></div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-authored-on-year--news.html.twig * field--node--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--computed-integer.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-authored-on-year field--type-computed-integer field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Authored On Year</div> <div class="field--item">2024</div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Fri, 12 Jan 2024 15:07:54 +0000 nml95 2872 at https://grad.rutgers.edu iJOBS Career Panel: Internships and Jobs at the NIH, FDA, CDC https://grad.rutgers.edu/news/ijobs-career-panel-internships-and-jobs-nih-fda-cdc-0 <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>iJOBS Career Panel: Internships and Jobs at the NIH, FDA, CDC</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--news.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field--item"> <p><span><span><span><span>By Sonal Gahlawat</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span>For many individuals, securing a position at a Federal Agency or a National Laboratory is an ambitious dream. Prestigious institutions such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Department of Energy (DoE), and many more, represent the high point of one’s professional achievement (Figure 1). While the prospect of finding employment at these renowned institutes may initially appear daunting, the </span></span><a href="https://orise.orau.gov/index.html"><span><span>Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE)</span></span></a><span><span> serves as a comprehensive solution, simplifying the process of discovering the ideal research opportunity within the DoE and other federal agencies. If you are currently in pursuit of the next significant step in your career, continue reading to explore the countless possibilities that ORISE has to offer.</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><img alt="Image of ORISE partner institute logos arranged in a circle" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="9ab7b410-0b4b-4b19-b964-be5f86987d94" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/ORISE.png" /></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>Figure 1: Select partner institutes of ORISE</p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span>On November 8, 2023, iJOBS hosted a session focused on uncovering internships and career pathways within leading institutions such as the NIH, FDA, CDC, and other research organizations. During this informative event, Veronica Harris and Ryan Cross, both Communications and Marketing Specialists from ORISE, shared valuable insights with an engaged audience comprising graduate students and postdoctoral researchers. Their presentation shed light on ORISE, a Department of Energy (DoE) asset sponsored by over 20 federal agencies and departments, offering unparalleled opportunities for professional career development. In short, ORISE is a program that “ provides practical scientific training experiences” for both domestic and international scientists through contractual fellowship positions available at various government and national agencies.</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span>In essence, being an ORISE STEM researcher entails immersive hands-on learning, exposure to real-world scenarios, access to cutting-edge equipment and resources, and collaboration with exceptional scientists and researchers, all contributing to one's growth as a scientist. Becoming part of the global ORISE community also provides the chance to expand one's professional network. ORISE prides itself on fostering a community that embraces diversity, respects differences, and encourages innovation and collaboration. To explore the various fellowships and internships managed by ORISE, interested individuals can </span></span><a href="https://orise.orau.gov/internships-fellowships/research-programs.html"><span><span>click on this link</span></span></a><span><span>. These opportunities are categorized into four sections based on their respective U.S. departments and federal agencies, ensuring a structured and accessible overview for potential applicants (Figure 2).</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><img alt="List of ORISE fellowship programs" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="95e9a149-c3df-42c9-a50e-60afbe936035" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/ORISE2.png" /></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span>Figure 2: Snapshot of internships and fellowship programs managed by ORISE based on their respective US department and federal agency</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span>Navigating and individually exploring the many career openings within each department and agency on the ORISE website can be a daunting task. The solution to streamline this process is </span></span><a href="https://www.zintellect.com/Catalog"><span><span>Zintellect</span></span></a><span><span>, a searchable database of both research and non-research internships and fellowships administered by the ORISE. Zintellect not only facilitates the search for opportunities but also provides guidance on the application process. Read on to discover tips and tricks from Veronica on successfully navigating the application process, including:</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><strong><span><span><span><span><span>Creating a free account:</span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span><span><span>Subscribe to digests at preferred intervals (daily, weekly, monthly).</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span>Upload your resume to enhance Zintellect's ability to match you with the right opportunities, minimizing your effort in the future.</span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span><span><span><span><span>Effortless identification of openings based on keywords, academic level, and fields of study.</span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span><span><span><span><span>Carefully reviewing eligibility criteria for specific roles:</span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span><span><span>Eligibility may vary based on the position.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><span>Click on the "eye" symbol under "Eligibility Requirements" to ascertain the eligible disciplines.</span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span><span><span><span><span>If you're passionate about an opportunity but not yet eligible, consider reaching out to the mentor and networking.</span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span><span><span><span><span>Simplified search based on preferred organizations and programs; recommended to leave both fields blank for broader results.</span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span><span><span><span><span>Mindful consideration of application deadlines:</span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span><span><span>Check if the application process is "rolling."</span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span><span><span><span><span>Applying early and frequently.</span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span><span><span><span><span>Highlighting qualifications to showcase passion and interests.</span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span><span><span><span><span>Emphasizing soft skills such as volunteerism, leadership, teamwork, and initiative, as they all play a crucial role in the application process.</span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span>Following an abundance of valuable insights, Veronica and Ryan delved into addressing questions from the audience. Here's a concise overview of the Q&amp;A session:</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span>Q: What are potential career paths after working as an ORISE STEM researcher?</span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span><span><span>Staff scientists within the federal government, biomedical field, pharmaceutical industry, academia, etc.</span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p><span><span><span><span><span>Q: Are opportunities open to international students?</span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span><span><span>Yes, though the position title may vary depending on the organization.</span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p><span><span><span><span><span>Q: Is a CV better than a resume for applying for ORISE postdoctoral positions?</span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span><span><span>CV. </span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p><span><span><span><span><span>Q: Can you apply for roles outside your field?</span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span><span><span>Yes, it's possible. Contact the mentor, express your reasons for the change, showcase your passion, and ensure your basic discipline aligns with eligibility requirements.</span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p><span><span><span><span><span>Q: Are there positions available for mid-career level positions?</span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li><span><span><span><span><span>Yes, but they are rare.</span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span>The iJOBS panel session served as a guiding light, offering an exploration of the abundant opportunities within various federal agencies and national laboratories. For fellow aspiring professionals, like me, exploring numerous possibilities that ORISE and its associated programs offer can pave the way for advancing scientific careers and making meaningful contributions in the diverse and impactful realm of scientific research.</span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><em><span><span>This article was edited by Junior Editor Kylie Ryan Kaler and Senior Editor Shawn Rumrill.</span></span></em></span></span></span></p> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/412" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">srr131</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--news.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span>Tue, 01/02/2024 - 14:03</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-tags--news.html.twig * field--node--field-tags.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-tags.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Topic Areas</div> <div class="field--items"> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/211" hreflang="en">Featured</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/251" hreflang="en">Biomedical Sciences</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/282" hreflang="en">career development</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/254" hreflang="en">iJOBS Event Summary</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/342" hreflang="en">careers after graduate school</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/357" hreflang="en">professional development</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/317" hreflang="en">STEM careers</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/370" hreflang="en">CDC</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/322" hreflang="en">NIH</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/369" hreflang="en">FDA </a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/372" hreflang="en">Government</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/327" hreflang="en">Biotechnology Industry</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/368" hreflang="en">peer review</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/371" hreflang="en">ORISE</a></div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-academic-cluster--news.html.twig * field--node--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-academic-cluster field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Academic Cluster</div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/226" hreflang="en">Biological, Biomedical, and Health Sciences</a></div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-authored-on-year--news.html.twig * field--node--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--computed-integer.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-authored-on-year field--type-computed-integer field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Authored On Year</div> <div class="field--item">2024</div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Tue, 02 Jan 2024 14:03:20 +0000 srr131 2848 at https://grad.rutgers.edu iJOBS Career Panel: Publishing and Editing Jobs at Scientific Journals https://grad.rutgers.edu/news/ijobs-career-panel-publishing-and-editing-jobs-scientific-journals <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>iJOBS Career Panel: Publishing and Editing Jobs at Scientific Journals</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--news.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field--item"> <p><span><span><span><span>By Kiranmayi Vemuri</span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>In the ever-evolving landscape of scientific research, professional roles beyond the laboratory bench have gained prominence, offering diverse career paths for individuals with scientific expertise. One such avenue that has been increasingly sought after by Ph.D. graduates and postdocs is the world of scientific editing and publishing. To provide insights into this fascinating realm, <span><span>iJOBS hosted a career panel </span></span>where four accomplished panelists shared their unique perspectives and experiences regarding publishing and editing at scientific journals.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <h6><span><span><strong><span>Meet the Panelists</span></strong></span></span></h6> <ol> <li><span><span><span><strong>Ying Jia</strong> - With a Ph.D. in nanomaterial synthesis and applications, Ying serves as a Senior Publisher at the Springer Nature Group, overseeing multiple oncology journals. Her previous roles include Editor-in-Chief at the Journal of Polymer Science at Wiley (<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ying-jia/">Linkedin</a>).</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><strong>Iman Jalilian</strong> - Holding a Ph.D. in Cell and Molecular Biology, Iman currently serves as a Senior Editor at Wiley, managing submissions to various scientific disciplines of the journal <em>Current Protocols</em> (<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/iman-jalilian-phd-94b573210/">Linkedin</a>).</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><strong>Nidhi Bansal</strong> - A cancer biologist by training, Nidhi's journey spans from a Ph.D. at the University of Delhi to postdoctoral stints at Wake Forest School of Medicine and Icahn School of Medicine. She transitioned to an editorial role at Wiley and now contributes to Partner Publishing, focusing on journal development (<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nidhib2282/">Linkedin</a>).</span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><strong>Emma Van Burns</strong> - Emma's expertise lies in chemistry, particularly in spectroscopy, solar cells, and materials science. After completing her Ph.D., she entered the realm of editorial work, managing journals in the Materials Science &amp; Physics division at Wiley (<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/envb1/">Linkedin</a>).</span></span></span></li> </ol> <p> </p> <h6><span><span><strong><span>The Transition from Research to Editing</span></strong></span></span></h6> <p><span><span>The transition from a research-centric career to scientific editing signifies a notable change. Many researchers find themselves drawn to this shift when they realize that the traditional trajectory of academic research might not match their long-term career visions. Some seek roles offering a wider impact beyond the laboratory setting.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Transitioning into scientific editing isn’t a one-size-fits-all process. Some individuals naturally gravitate towards editing after discovering their passion for effectively communicating scientific concepts. Others actively pursue editorial positions after exploring various career avenues beyond academic research, such as medical writing, consulting, or industry roles. Regardless of their journey, <strong>the shift to scientific editing showcases a desire to contribute to scientific advancement in a fresh and influential manner</strong>. Nidhi and Emma found during their training, either as a Ph.D. or post-doc, that academia wasn't aligned with their career aspirations, leading them to explore different paths. In contrast, Iman actively sought opportunities beyond traditional research, exploring roles in medical writing and consulting before transitioning into editorial positions.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <h6><span><span><strong><span>Editorial vs. Publishing Responsibilities</span></strong></span></span></h6> <p><span><span>A crucial insight gleaned from discussion with the panelists highlighted the distinction between scientific editing and scientific publishing – two separate career pathways. <strong>Scientific editing involves the meticulous review and refinement of research manuscripts, with a focus on improving clarity, coherence, and quality before publication</strong>. Editors work closely with authors, guiding them through the publication process, managing peer review, and ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines. Their role revolves around enhancing individual manuscripts to effectively communicate research findings while maintaining the standards of the respective journals. Emma shared insightful aspects of an editor's job, involving tasks such as evaluating papers post peer review, ensuring alignment with journal scopes, and selecting reviewers. She emphasized the need for crucial skills like reviewer selection, utilizing online manuscript submission portals, and making informed editorial decisions.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>On the other hand, <strong>scientific publishing encompasses a broader operational and strategic scope</strong>, involving the management and direction of academic journals or publications. Professionals in publishing roles oversee the functions of the journal at large, including strategic planning, journal growth, recruitment of editorial board members, and ensuring the seamless dissemination of scientific content. They navigate the landscape of journal management, focusing on the broader performance and impact of journals within their portfolio, aiming to optimize reach and influence while upholding the integrity and quality of published research. Publishing roles involve broader responsibilities such as managing editorial teams, strategizing journal portfolios, and recruiting new editors for special issues.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>A crucial point emphasized in the career panel, was that <strong>recent Ph.D. graduates might not be eligible for a publishing role</strong> due to the industry's preference for more extensive experience. However, <strong>they can step into editor positions first</strong>, gather valuable experience, and subsequently leverage that expertise to transition into publishing roles at a later stage in their careers.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <h6><span><span><strong><span>Required Skills and Qualifications for Editorial Positions</span></strong></span></span></h6> <p><span><span>For students interested in editing as a career option, certain skills can be cultivated throughout a Ph.D. program to enhance the prospects of securing an editor job. Some essential skills include writing, editing, leadership, and strategic planning. Engaging in tasks like peer reviewing articles, composing manuscripts and grants, and contributing to blogs significantly fortifies these skill sets. Although postdoctoral experience can offer advantages, it isn't a strict requirement for securing an editorial position. Yet, showcasing participation in groups or initiatives refining these proficiencies, like engaging in freelance writing, can be advantageous.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <h6><span><span><strong><span>Building a Resume and Preparing for Interviews</span></strong></span></span></h6> <p><span><span>Crafting a resume that will stand out and enhance the prospects of being hired as an editor was a major topic of discussion during the career panel. <strong>Some essential resume requirements for aspiring editors are strong organizational skills, reliability in meeting deadlines, and adaptability</strong>. Underlining the capacity to deliver quality work within stipulated timeframes significantly strengthens one's candidacy. Opting for a concise one-page resume over a comprehensive scientific CV is advisable. Further, highlighting writing and editorial proficiencies serves as a substantial advantage. </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Interviews typically test candidates on their understanding of publishing concepts, peer reviewer selection, and their capacity to communicate complex scientific ideas to broader audiences. <strong>During interviews, displaying curiosity, industry knowledge, and an understanding of publishing concepts can be distinguishing factors.</strong> The panelists highlighted potential interview scenarios wherein candidates might be prompted to elucidate the distinctions between special issues, regular issues, and supplements. Another common evaluation test revolves around selecting peer reviewers for a sample manuscript. Candidates are expected to navigate through references, identifying experts in similar fields but from different institutions, while ensuring the absence of any ethical conflicts. Moreover, aspiring candidates might be asked to draft a feature or news piece adeptly conveying an article's essence in simple, understandable terms for the general audience. It's crucial to showcase an understanding of the specific publishing house and its principles, so thorough research beforehand is essential!</span></span></p> <p> </p> <h6><span><span><strong><span>Work-Life Balance and Flexibility</span></strong></span></span></h6> <p><span><span>The editorial world offers a blend of remote and hybrid work options, promoting a healthy work-life balance. The flexibility allows for managing personal commitments while contributing effectively to the industry. Most of the panelists spoke about 8-hour workdays and the ability to work from home a few days of the week. They also emphasized how flexibility was a part of their job – they could pick up kids from school if needed. However, sometimes the role might demand longer hours during peak periods and occasional conference travel. Additionally, discussions on salary dynamics revealed differences between starting salaries and benefits across different companies. The starting salary might not be as much as research job in industry, but the flexibility makes up for it.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <h6><span><span><strong><span>Final Thoughts</span></strong></span></span></h6> <p><span><span>Transitioning from a research-focused career to the realms of editing and publishing opens a myriad of opportunities for individuals seeking diverse career trajectories within the scientific domain. It's a domain that requires a blend of scientific expertise, communication skills, and a passion for advancing the frontiers of knowledge through meticulous editorial work. Additionally, the move to <strong>scientific editing allows individuals to remain deeply connected to the scientific community while embracing a role that influences the trajectory of research in a broader sense</strong>. Editors act as gatekeepers of scientific integrity, facilitating the dissemination of groundbreaking discoveries and ensuring that scholarly work meets the highest standards of excellence. As the scientific landscape continues to evolve, the role of editors and publishers remains pivotal in shaping the dissemination and impact of scientific discoveries.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><em><span><span>This article was edited by Junior Editor Kylie Ryan Kaler and Senior Editor Natalie Losada.</span></span></em></p> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/352" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">nml95</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--news.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span>Fri, 12/22/2023 - 13:50</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-tags--news.html.twig * field--node--field-tags.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-tags.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Topic Areas</div> <div class="field--items"> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/211" hreflang="en">Featured</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/251" hreflang="en">Biomedical Sciences</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/282" hreflang="en">career development</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/254" hreflang="en">iJOBS Event Summary</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/342" hreflang="en">careers after graduate school</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/357" hreflang="en">professional development</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/317" hreflang="en">STEM careers</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/365" hreflang="en">editing</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/366" hreflang="en">writing</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/367" hreflang="en">publishing</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/348" hreflang="en">research publication</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/327" hreflang="en">Biotechnology Industry</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/368" hreflang="en">peer review</a></div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-academic-cluster--news.html.twig * field--node--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-academic-cluster field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Academic Cluster</div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/226" hreflang="en">Biological, Biomedical, and Health Sciences</a></div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-authored-on-year--news.html.twig * field--node--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--computed-integer.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-authored-on-year field--type-computed-integer field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Authored On Year</div> <div class="field--item">2023</div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Fri, 22 Dec 2023 13:50:18 +0000 nml95 2846 at https://grad.rutgers.edu iJOBS workshop: FDA Drug Approval History and Case Study https://grad.rutgers.edu/news/ijobs-workshop-fda-drug-approval-history-and-case-study <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>iJOBS workshop: FDA Drug Approval History and Case Study</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--news.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field--item"> <p><span><span>By Kylie Ryan Kaler</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span>         </span>Over the years, the landscape of drug development in the United States has undergone a significant evolution, transitioning from an unregulated consumer market to a heavily regulated industry. This pivotal shift has compelled drug developers to shoulder the responsibility of establishing the safety and efficacy of their drug products. In the United States, the number of companies manufacturing drug products and the total number of products has greatly increased over the years. This increase necessitates the enforcement of safe and reliable practices to protect the consumer. Regulations provide structure that guides the pharmaceutical companies through drug discovery, which results in drug products that are both safe and effective for a given disease. Dan Gordin, Ph.D., led a detailed workshop with Rutgers iJOBS regarding the <strong><em>history and regulation of drug products</em></strong>. </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span>         <u>Prior to 1906</u></span>, before the advent of stringent regulations, <strong>consumers bore the burden of accessing the safety and efficacy of a drug</strong>, as there were no regulatory frameworks in place for such evaluations. Consequently, drug developers could market products such as “snake oils” to consumers, which at best, provided marginal relief and, at worst, caused harm to the consumers. In 1906, the First Consumer Protection law was enacted, leading to the establishment of the Bureau of Chemistry, now known as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This legislation mandated that drugs must carry labels listing their components and served as a crucial step in ensuring patient’s safety.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span>         <u>In 1937</u></span>, S.E. Massengill Company created a new formulation of the drug sulfanilamide in ethylene glycol (an antifreeze agent) that was widely used to treat streptococcal infections. This formulation resulted in over 100 deaths across the United States. You can learn more about the sulfanilamide disaster in an <a href="https://www.fda.gov/files/about%20fda/published/The-Sulfanilamide-Disaster.pdf">article published by the FDA</a>. The public outcry following the sulfanilamide tragedy prompted the passing of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&amp;C Act), shifting the responsibility of demonstrating safety onto drug developers. In the 1950s, yet another issue arose with the prescription of <a href="https://academic.oup.com/toxsci/article/122/1/1/1672454?login=true">thalidomide</a> to treat pregnancy-related morning sickness in Germany and Australia. This further highlighted the global impact and need of establishing drug safety. Despite attempts to market thalidomide in the United States, rigorous safety evaluations revealed insufficient data and a lack of demonstrated efficacy. This proactive decision to halt thalidomide marketing prevented severe birth defects and other health conditions associated with thalidomide, including neuropathy, deep vein thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism. This prompted the <a href="https://www.fda.gov/files/Promoting-Safe-and-Effective-Drugs-for-100-Years-%28download%29.pdf">Kefauver-Harris Amendment</a> to the FD&amp;C Act in 1962, which further reinforced the responsibility of proving safety and effectiveness on the producer and initiated the regulation of clinical trials for drug discovery. While the regulatory landscape shifted the burden of drug safety from consumers to manufacturers during the 1900’s, unfortunately, many consumer lives were lost during the absence of robust regulations.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span>         <u>In its current state, the FDA’s mission</u></span> is to protect public health by regulating the development of food and drugs to ensure both safety and efficacy. The <strong>FDA regulates approximately 25% of the United States’ market</strong>, which includes various sectors <strong>such as food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, medical devices, over the counter medicines, veterinary medicines, and tobacco products</strong>. With an annual budget of $6.5 billion, the FDA employs approximately 18,000 scientists, reviewers, auditors, and policy makers. To safeguard its mission, the FDA relies on the FD&amp;C Act and an extensive code of federal regulations, which delineate the procedures and requirements for introducing a new drug (using an investigational new drug application) or a medical device (facilitated through either the premarket approval application or demonstrating equivalency to an already existing device). It is important to note that the FDA <em>does not conduct clinical studies</em>; <strong>rather, it assumes the role of meticulously reviewing them</strong>. The agency looks at studies for data anomalies and/or assesses the weaknesses of the study design or statistical analyses, then decides  the level of safety and efficacy of the drug or medical device.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/filter/templates/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure role="group" class="align-center"> <img alt="Figure 1. Drug Development and FDA Approval" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="bd465d27-309b-4144-a183-0e725a857d78" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/111923_FDADrugApproval_KRK_fig1.png" /> <figcaption><em>Figure 1. Drug Development and FDA Approval</em></figcaption> </figure> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/filter/templates/filter-caption.html.twig' --> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span>         <u>The journey of an experimental drug takes 12-15 years</u> </span>from the lab to patients in the United States. On average, only 5 out of 5000 compounds that undergo preclinical testing progress to human testing, and only 1 out of these 5 is ultimately approved by the FDA. The preclinical or discovery period of research takes approximately 6.5 years and is dedicated to assessing the safety, biological activity, and formulation of the compound (Figure 1: stage 1). This stage consists of identifying potential receptors for a new drug, synthesizing the new drug, and experimentally investigating the interaction between the drug and its anticipated target. Subsequently, the new drug then undergoes animal testing to understand its safety profile and mechanisms of action (Figure 1: stage 2). After extensive experimentation, a promising compound may be submitted to the FDA via an Investigational New Drug (IND) application. An IND application allows for the yet to be FDA-approved drug to be distributed across state lines for clinical investigation. Once approval has been granted, the compound advances to clinical trials. <strong>Phase I</strong> clinical trials focus on determining the safety and dosage of the drug candidate with a sample size of 20 – 100 healthy human patients and lasts approximately 1.5 years. <strong>Phase II</strong> clinical trials, a 2-year process, aims to determine the effectiveness and identify potential side effects of the drug candidate using a larger pool of 100 – 500 human patients. Phase III clinical trials further evaluates effectiveness and monitors for adverse reactions during long-term use within a population of 1000 – 5000 patients. <strong>Phase III</strong> trials must consist of two pivotal studies showing duplicate outcomes and generally takes 3.5 years to complete. The cost of drug development escalates greatly as the drug candidate progresses from Phase I through Phase III. Post clinical trials, the New Drug Application (NDA) is submitted to the FDA for review and an approval process that takes approximately 1.5 years. <strong>Once the drug candidate enters the market, both the FDA and the drug producer actively monitor its safety</strong>.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span>         </span><u>Once the NDA is submitted</u>, the FDA undertakes a critical assessment of the benefits and risks associated with the new drug. <strong>This evaluation considers the severity of the targeted disease, the comparative advantages of the new drug versus the disease standard-of-care treatment, the risk level of the new drug relative to the disease itself, and the availability of any safer alternatives</strong>. For example, the previously mentioned drug thalidomide was not approved for use in pregnancy-related morning sickness in the United States in the 1950’s. It was, however, approved for treating multiple myeloma (a cancer of the blood) in 2006. In this case, the seriousness of multiple myeloma outweighed the risks (fetal toxicity, neuropathy, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism) of treatment with thalidomide.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span>         </span>What was once an adversarial relationship between drug producers and the now termed FDA has transformed into a partnership that enables the development of safe and effective drugs to enhance human health. This collaboration has played a pivotal role in increasing the average human lifespan and overall quality of life increasing over the decades in the United States.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><em>This article was edited by Senior Editor Sonal Gahlawat and Senior Editor Natalie Losada.</em></span></span></p> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/352" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">nml95</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--news.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span>Tue, 11/28/2023 - 16:03</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-tags--news.html.twig * field--node--field-tags.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-tags.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Topic Areas</div> <div class="field--items"> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/211" hreflang="en">Featured</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/251" hreflang="en">Biomedical Sciences</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/282" hreflang="en">career development</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/254" hreflang="en">iJOBS Event Summary</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/342" hreflang="en">careers after graduate school</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/357" hreflang="en">professional development</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/360" hreflang="en">Food &amp; Drug Administration</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/361" hreflang="en">drug approval</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/362" hreflang="en">Clinical trials</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/363" hreflang="en">drug efficacy </a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/364" hreflang="en">drug safety</a></div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-academic-cluster--news.html.twig * field--node--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-academic-cluster field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Academic Cluster</div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/226" hreflang="en">Biological, Biomedical, and Health Sciences</a></div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-authored-on-year--news.html.twig * field--node--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--computed-integer.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-authored-on-year field--type-computed-integer field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Authored On Year</div> <div class="field--item">2023</div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Tue, 28 Nov 2023 16:03:01 +0000 nml95 2820 at https://grad.rutgers.edu iJOBS Workshop: Top Design Tips for Better Posters using BioRender https://grad.rutgers.edu/news/ijobs-workshop-top-design-tips-better-posters-using-biorender <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>iJOBS Workshop: Top Design Tips for Better Posters using BioRender</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--news.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field--item"> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>By Natalie Losada</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Together with </span></span><a href="//9B28CE99-DF4F-4993-B03C-B157750A9AF1/biorender.com"><span><span>BioRender</span></span></a><span><span>, iJOBS hosted a short and sweet event to explain how to build a scientific poster.  If you read the last BioRender iJOBS article covering </span></span><a href="https://grad.rutgers.edu/news/ijobs-workshop-making-graphical-abstracts-featuring-biorendercom"><span><span>making graphical abstracts</span></span></a><span><span>, then you’re also in good shape for making scientific posters.  Many of the key aspects of figure design are relevant to poster design.  If you’re currently struggling with designing a new poster or trying to improve on previous posters, then keep reading for these surprisingly subtle but powerful poster tips.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>The process of designing a poster is similar to a graphical abstract design.  In both cases, you must first plan out a logical flow of information to tell a story.  Remember that any story needs the following three components:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ol> <li><span><span><span><span>what makes the topic interesting, <em>e.g.</em>, why should the audience care?</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>what information should the audience know ahead of time, <em>e.g.,</em> background information on the topic and/or how experiments were conducted?</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>what did you learn that is new and how will that influence the future of the project or the field? </span></span></span></span></li> </ol> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Once your story is laid out, you can start planning visual representations for each section. <strong>Before you ask… yes, every major section can and should have a visual representation of information, even if it’s a simple flow chart with key word descriptions</strong>.  To keep the audience engaged, your poster must be instantly digestible and not require time to read many paragraphs to understand the project’s story.  Hence, using visual aids in each section decreases the total time spent reading the poster.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>If you take one thing from this article, let it be that <strong>color has a lot of power in your poster</strong>.  You don’t want to use too many different colors because that will be distracting.  You should choose a specific and consistent color palette for your poster and use different colors to highlight important conclusions.  This is where using poster templates from BioRender becomes extremely helpful.  The color palettes are already chosen to be the least distracting and guide the viewer to the key findings in the <em>Results</em> section.  BioRender even has many university-themed templates to choose from (Figure 1) that match your school’s logo colors while making a cohesive poster design (Figure 2).</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/filter/templates/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure role="group" class="align-center"> <img alt="screenshot of Biorender website for poster design" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="c0bf7c25-e8b2-4ad1-a1a7-ca28ea1dae6d" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/20231002_tips%20for%20better%20poster%20design%20BioRender_fig1.png" /> <figcaption><em>Figure 1: Screenshot of Biorender poster template search tool.  Example “University of Florida” is shown.</em><br />  </figcaption> </figure> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/filter/templates/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/filter/templates/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure role="group" class="align-center"> <img alt="screenshot of biorender University of Florida template" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="3a28f6ef-b8ff-4aaf-b929-c5ac6573599e" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/220231002_tips%20for%20better%20poster%20design%20BioRender_fig2.png" /> <figcaption><em>Figure 2: Screenshot of Biorender poster template for the University of Florida.  The<br /> results section is shown in a different color to make it stand out.</em></figcaption> </figure> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/filter/templates/filter-caption.html.twig' --> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Even if your university is not listed or you are making a poster without BioRender, the concept remains the same.  Pick a consistent color palette.  Blue is very good because there are many distinguishable shades of blue.  As seen in Figure 2, you can use a very light blue for the background, a medium blue for the Poster title and affiliations, and a very dark blue for the section headers.  Importantly, the BioRender representative pointed out that you should make the <em>Results</em> section different because that is the main attraction of your poster, and the entire poster becomes easier to understand when you make this section distinct.  Alternatively, if you don’t want a different color, you can give the <em>Results</em> section box more focus by making it a slightly darker shade of your main background color (Figure 3).  If you have the ability, making sure your figure colors stay within the same poster color theme is helpful, but not necessary if you follow the given tips!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>At this point, you have all your poster content, but you might still be a bit overwhelmed thinking about fitting it all in the poster.  Take a breath.  Remember, while you want to include enough information to inform your audience, you can’t make the poster too busy.  Our BioRender representative said very concisely, “use your words wisely!”  There usually exists a shorter way to communicate the same information.  Additionally, you should keep white space between poster sections as natural separations that keep content organized without adding clutter.  You can use the “justify” function for your text to create imaginary boxes that separate each area of your poster.  The BioRender representative showed the audience the subtle power of using justification with a small paragraph versus outlining the text, and <strong>the justified non-outlined box looked the cleanest, most inviting, and allowed more space for text</strong>.  If you’re really dedicated to making clean imaginary boxes around your poster text, it was strongly recommended to get rid of “orphan” words, <em>i.e.,</em>words that sit by themselves in the last line of the paragraph.  You can click on </span></span><a href="https://www.indesignskills.com/tutorials/widows-and-orphans/"><span><span>this link</span></span></a><span><span> to get help removing them, or you can simply change the font size of your text by one or two points up or down.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'filter_caption' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/filter/templates/filter-caption.html.twig' --> <figure role="group" class="align-center"> <img alt="screenshot of biorender general poster template" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="b45a19e6-2db9-446c-b7fd-2b11fc556a59" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/20231002_tips%20for%20better%20poster%20design%20BioRender_fig3.png" /> <figcaption><em>Figure 3: Screenshot of Biorender poster template with blue color theme.  Template features blocks where you can drag and drop text or figures into each section.</em></figcaption> </figure> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/filter/templates/filter-caption.html.twig' --> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>As a graduate student who has mentored multiple undergraduate students through their scientific poster development, the most common piece of advice I give is that you can and should design the poster around your project.  If you are presenting a project where the conclusions can be presented and summarized in two graphs, you don’t need to make ten more graphs for the sole purpose of filling out the <em>Results</em></span></span> <span><span>section of your poster template.  The same can be said for any section of the poster.  You can adjust the template sections to the sizes needed for your project.  This may take some time to work out the sizes of each poster section, but if you’re struggling, you always have your colleagues or your advisor to help you figure out what material to add or remove.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>The last few tips are about making your poster look professional at a scientific meeting: use simple font styles, make font sizes consistent, and include a “Contact” section.  More and more researchers are including QR codes with LinkedIn profiles and an email address to keep in contact while you build your network at these professional meetings!  </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>If this article has convinced you that you need BioRender, you can check out </span></span><a href="https://help.biorender.com/en/collections/3187594-academic-subscriptions"><span><span>this link</span></span></a><span><span> for help getting an academic subscription, or talk to your department/university about getting a subscription that will benefit researchers in every lab.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><em>This article was edited by Senior Editor Shawn Rumrill and Senior Editor Sonal Gahlawat.</em></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/412" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">srr131</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--news.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span>Mon, 11/20/2023 - 12:44</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-tags--news.html.twig * field--node--field-tags.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-tags.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Topic Areas</div> <div class="field--items"> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/211" hreflang="en">Featured</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/251" hreflang="en">Biomedical Sciences</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/282" hreflang="en">career development</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/254" hreflang="en">iJOBS Event Summary</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/342" hreflang="en">careers after graduate school</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/357" hreflang="en">professional development</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a 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</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-authored-on-year--news.html.twig * field--node--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--computed-integer.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-authored-on-year field--type-computed-integer field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Authored On Year</div> <div class="field--item">2023</div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Mon, 20 Nov 2023 12:44:30 +0000 srr131 2818 at https://grad.rutgers.edu iJOBS Industry Insights: Data Science and AI at BMS https://grad.rutgers.edu/news/ijobs-industry-insights-data-science-and-ai-bms <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>iJOBS Industry Insights: Data Science and AI at BMS</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--news.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field--item"> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>By <em>Jiawen Chen</em></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>In recent years, the popularity of data science and artificial intelligence (AI) has steadily increased within the pharmaceutical industry. As a result, many bench scientists are trying to venture into computational science. On September 7<sup>th</sup>, iJOBS invited Dr. Gregory Barker</span></span></span> <span><span><span>to share his insights on approaching drug discovery from a bench scientist to a data scientist. If you are interested in the transition, keep reading to find invaluable advice from Dr. Barker.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span>Who is Dr. Gregory Barker?</span></span></span></strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Dr. Gregory Barker is a Scientific Associate Director at Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS). He has been with BMS for around 12 years. Before joining BMS, he spent almost 3.5 years at Merck as a process engineer focusing mainly on optimizing and scaling up lipid nanoparticle formulations for RNA therapeutics. He is trained as a chemical and biomolecular engineer, having obtained his Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span>How did he find avenues to his current role?</span></span></span></strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Dr. Barker's career path is a testament to his evolving role in the pharmaceutical industry, driven by an unwavering quest for knowledge, adaptability, and personal preference. His early engineering education during his undergraduate and graduate education laid the foundation for an eventual transition to data science. Dr. Barker obtained his bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the University of Delaware. At that time, he worked in Dr. A. M. Lenhoff’s lab, which focused on chromatography and other lab-based techniques with minimal coding usage. During his Ph.D., he transitioned to chemical and biomolecular engineering, where he extensively used MATLAB for data analyses, visualizations, and basic statistics, as well as more focus on drug discovery, RNA interference, and gene therapy. This transition during his Ph.D. set the stage for his deep dive into data science. Around 2008, Dr. Barker was hired by Merck due to his background and expertise in chromatography, process development, industrial statistics, and experimental design. Although he wasn’t a pure data scientist in the early stage of his career, his role at Merck gave him an excellent opportunity to evolve as a data scientist while learning the inner workings of large pharmaceutical companies, especially large-scale manufacturing. After a few years at Merck, he made a leap to BMS to work on high-throughput process development and chromatography. In this role, he used computational simulations and process optimization tools to develop a bridge between wet lab experiments and in silico modeling. From his experience, he emphasizes the importance of the interplay of in silico modeling and real-world experiments to speed up the drug discovery process. About four or five years ago, he made another shift to the drug discovery field due to his growing interest in exploring new opportunities in the drug development process. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong><span><span><span>What are his suggestions about the transition?</span></span></span></strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Dr. Barker's journey offers valuable insights into career transitions. His career shift from a traditional chemical engineering background to data-driven roles within the pharmaceutical industry exemplifies the importance of adaptability and a thirst for diverse experiences and new knowledge. At the end of the seminar, Dr. Barker's emphasis on exploring one's interests in career choices serves as a key takeaway - knowing what genuinely excites and motivates you can guide successful transitions and open doors to exciting and uncharted territories within the data-driven fields of today's pharmaceutical industry. He also mentioned that expertise from wet lab experiments is valuable to the pharmaceutical industry, although the demand for data scientists is rapidly increasing. He suggested applicants carefully read job descriptions when looking for jobs and highlight the significance of their background to companies and their strong interest in the jobs to attract recruiters’ attention. He also noted it would be valuable for everyone to gain experience in wet lab and data science roles.  To end the seminar, Dr. Barker pointed out the significance of enjoying jobs, collaborating with others, and being authentic.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>These shared experiences of Dr. Barker are perfect for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers trying to transition from bench scientists to data scientists. Therefore, if you want to embark on a journey in computer science, don’t miss out on the chance to gain valuable information for your transition!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><em><span><span><span>This article was edited by Senior Editor Shawn Rumrill and Senior Editor Sonal Gahlawat</span></span></span></em></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/412" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">srr131</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--news.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span>Mon, 11/13/2023 - 12:47</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-tags--news.html.twig * field--node--field-tags.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-tags.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Topic Areas</div> <div class="field--items"> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/211" hreflang="en">Featured</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/251" hreflang="en">Biomedical Sciences</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/282" hreflang="en">career development</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/254" hreflang="en">iJOBS Event Summary</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/342" hreflang="en">careers after graduate school</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/356" hreflang="en">data science</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/268" hreflang="en">Industry Perspective</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/285" hreflang="en">career panel</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/317" hreflang="en">STEM careers</a></div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-academic-cluster--news.html.twig * field--node--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-academic-cluster field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Academic Cluster</div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/226" hreflang="en">Biological, Biomedical, and Health Sciences</a></div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-authored-on-year--news.html.twig * field--node--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--computed-integer.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-authored-on-year field--type-computed-integer field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Authored On Year</div> <div class="field--item">2023</div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Mon, 13 Nov 2023 12:47:03 +0000 srr131 2817 at https://grad.rutgers.edu iJOBS Virtual Career Panel: Jobs for PhDs in Environmental Health and Safety at Universities https://grad.rutgers.edu/news/ijobs-virtual-career-panel-jobs-phds-environmental-health-and-safety-universities <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>iJOBS Virtual Career Panel: Jobs for PhDs in Environmental Health and Safety at Universities</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--news.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field--item"> <p><span><span><span><span>By Alcina A. Rodrigues</span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span>Rutgers is a research university with many laboratories focused on different areas of healthcare. These labs require lots of chemicals and reagents that are hazardous to human health and the environment. The one organization that is responsible for overseeing the use of these chemicals is the Rutgers Office of Environmental Health and Safety (REHS). REHS develops, establishes, and administers protocols for environmental management and occupational health and safety. They also ensure the University's compliance with all federal and state regulations andprovides comprehensive research support, including radiation and biological training.</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>As a second-year graduate student in the Biomedical Sciences PhD program trying to explore career options, I attended an iJOBS virtual career panel on September 27<sup>th</sup>. The event featured panelists Alex Ruiz, </span></span><span><span>Ryan McAlister,</span></span><span><span> and </span></span><span><span>Ian Pracher</span></span><span><span> from Environmental Health and Safety at Rutgers. To be honest, this event really changed my perspective about potential roles in REHS and related career opportunities. </span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>The field offers plenty of career opportunities with several jobs at universities other than faculty research positions. And luckily, these jobs require skillsets and experience that can be developed during your time at graduate school!</span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <h5><span><span><strong><span><span>Alex Ruiz</span></span></strong><span>, </span><strong><span><span>Executive Director of EHS and University Safety Officer at Rutgers Environmental Health and Safety (REHS)</span></span></strong></span></span></h5> <p><span><span><span><span>Alex described his career path as convoluted, starting with transitioning from a faculty position to the Office of Emergency Management at Rutgers. He attributed his new position and the experience he acquired during his career to his diverse background, subject matter expertise, and multiple certifications in the field. In his current position as a University Safety Officer, it is essential to oversee the safety of the students and staff as they do their research. </span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>Thinking from the perspective of graduate students trying to land a role in Biosafety, Alex said the skillsets that most students and technicians pick up during their time in grad school can be applied to multiple fields in the industry. He gave examples of his colleague, a biology graduate, whose research was on the identification of endocrine-disrupting chemicals and is now working in the Industrial Hygiene department. He was able to apply his scientific knowledge and chemical background to a relevant field.</span></span><strong><u> </u></strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <h5><span><span><strong><span><span>Ryan McAlister, University Biosafety Officer</span></span></strong></span></span></h5> <p><span><span><span><span>Ryan is a University Biosafety Officer who oversees all three main Rutgers campuses and auxiliary sites. His team works in research locations pertaining to infectious diseases, recombinant nucleic acid, and research animals. They also participate in institutional Biosafety committees, such as the </span></span><span><span>Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (</span></span><span><span>IACUC) and </span></span><span><span>Institutional Review Board (</span></span><span><span>IRB). He also administers and manages the Institution of Biosafety Committee, which can include work with plants, humans &amp; animals.</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>When talking about his career journey, Ryan said he never missed an opportunity to learn. He started to build his skillset and <strong>gain relevant experience while in graduate school with a Biosafety Officer shadowing program</strong>, which made him stand out from the other applicants for his current role. During his PhD, Ryan did a rotation in a regional biocontainment laboratory, worked with infectious diseases, and learned technical skills that he still uses in his day-to-day life. </span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <h5><span><span><a><strong><span><span>Ian Pracher Health and Safety Specialist I</span></span></strong></a></span></span></h5> <p><span><span><span><span>Ian completed a master’s in public health from Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences. He talked about the importance of industrial hygiene in the proper function of a laboratory. Ian mentioned that the essential skills needed for this kind of work are “understanding federal, state, and local regulations; creating, and implementing policies and programs that meet or go beyond compliance requirements; investigating problem-solving skills and working with various groups to identify and correct problems.”</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>He described<strong> Industrial hygiene as a constant fight rather than an endpoint.</strong> It is a cyclic process; once you finish a project, you start reevaluating and retargeting to find areas where you can do better and improve. Ian describes his day-to-day job as filled with new challenges requiring new solutions. He is constantly learning new information that helps him identify and correct hazards. Ian loves the process of investigating, problem-solving, and sharing new solutions with his colleagues. He also reiterated the importance of getting certificates and staying up to date with the field to advance the role.</span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span>The most informative part of the iJOBS event was learning about <strong>the internship and career opportunities available to current graduate students for personal and career growth</strong>. </span></span><span><span>Students have access to a variety of courses, provided internally and through third parties. Some of the specialized EHS training or certificates include the 40-hour Hazwoper Training certificate and the Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA) certificate. Grad Students can participate in projects like environmental hazards and sustainability and in the </span></span><a href="https://www.fda.gov/about-fda/center-drug-evaluation-and-research-cder/institutional-review-boards-irbs-and-protection-human-subjects-clinical-trials"><span>IRB</span></a><span><span> or </span></span><a href="https://ori.hhs.gov/education/products/ncstate/iacuc.htm#:~:text=An%20institutional%20animal%20care%20and,and%20inspection%20of%20animal%20facilities."><span>IACUC</span></a><span><span> review process. The </span></span><a href="https://ipo.rutgers.edu/rehs"><span>REHS website</span></a><span><span> has more information on hands-on opportunities with education and training programs. For opportunities outside Rutgers, information can be found on the </span></span><a href="https://absa.org/"><span>American Biological Safety Association</span></a><span><span> website </span></span><a href="https://absa.mcjobboard.net/jobs"><span>job board</span></a><span><span>, which has various job listings.</span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span>It was a very enlightening session, and all the panelists encouraged the participants to explore the opportunities within Environmental Health and Safety and reach out with more questions and career options. </span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><em><span><span>This article was edited by Junior Editor Angelica Barreto-Galvez and Senior Editor Natalie Losada.</span></span></em></span></span></p> <p> </p> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/352" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">nml95</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--news.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span>Wed, 11/08/2023 - 19:09</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-tags--news.html.twig * field--node--field-tags.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-tags.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Topic Areas</div> <div class="field--items"> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/211" hreflang="en">Featured</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/251" hreflang="en">Biomedical Sciences</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/282" hreflang="en">career development</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/254" hreflang="en">iJOBS Event Summary</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/342" hreflang="en">careers after graduate school</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/354" hreflang="en">environmental health and safety</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/355" hreflang="en">university jobs</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/285" hreflang="en">career panel</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/317" hreflang="en">STEM careers</a></div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-academic-cluster--news.html.twig * field--node--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-academic-cluster field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Academic Cluster</div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/226" hreflang="en">Biological, Biomedical, and Health Sciences</a></div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-authored-on-year--news.html.twig * field--node--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--computed-integer.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-authored-on-year field--type-computed-integer field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Authored On Year</div> <div class="field--item">2023</div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Wed, 08 Nov 2023 19:09:08 +0000 nml95 2814 at https://grad.rutgers.edu iJOBS Careers: Association for Women in Science Virtual Career Fair https://grad.rutgers.edu/news/ijobs-careers-association-women-science-virtual-career-fair <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>iJOBS Careers: Association for Women in Science Virtual Career Fair</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--news.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field--item"> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Association for Women in Science Virtual Career Fair</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>By Antonia Kaz</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>On August 24<sup>th</sup>, the Association for Women in Science (AWIS) held its summer virtual career fair for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) professionals and students. The event was an excellent resource for first-time job seekers or individuals interested in new or alternate opportunities for career advancement. If you missed the event, you’re in luck! <strong>The AWIS is planning to host a Winter 2024 Virtual Career Fair</strong>, and below are some tips to prepare you for the next event.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>What is the AWIS?</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>The AWIS is a non-profit organization that provides resources for professional development, recognition, and global networking. The organization stemmed from a series of champagne brunches among informal women’s caucuses during the Women’s Rights Movement, and, shortly after its founding, took part in lawsuits of gender and race discrimination against the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Office of Civil Rights (OCR) in the early 1970s. The AWIS continued to make headlines on a national and international scale throughout the late 20<sup>th</sup> century and is currently the leading organization advocating on behalf of women in STEM. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>What is the AWIS science career fair? And how does it work?</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>The AWIS website features a diverse range of events and resources. One of their most popular events is the science career fair, a networking event for job seekers. The Summer career fair, held on a <a>virtual platform</a>, hosted representatives from seven companies involved in the pharmaceutical industry, nuclear and electric energy, aerospace, and defense and security. During the three-hour networking event, all attendees had access to a “lobby” filled with virtual company booths where they could learn about and communicate with different representatives. Attendees were required to provide contact information, educational background, a resume, and LinkedIn profile while making an account. Additionally, it was recommended to use an advanced search tool to <a>find specific jobs related to an attendee’s field of work.</a></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><img alt="ASiS virtual event lobby" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="a47f079d-e1b0-4c48-8050-2aaded00a9b9" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Picture1_7.png" /></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>August 2023 career fair lobby: Virtual booths of each company were available for attendees to enter and engage in chat conversations with representatives</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>What should I know for the next event? </strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>Tip #1: Join the queue to speak with a representative early</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>While three hours may seem like ample time, you want to ensure that you<u><span> </span></u>have enough time to communicate with the representatives who are in high demand by getting in line early. During the last hour of the event, the wait time for a major pharmaceutical company like AstraZeneca was over an hour, prompting representatives to send out an online form to continue communication after the event. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><img alt="AstraZeneca - what science can do" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="c91ff329-ac71-4f9b-86d4-22e62f98a4e2" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Picture2_2.png" /></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>The virtual booths, such as AstraZeneca’s here, provided tabs with information about the company, job opportunities, representatives present, designated to networking with other attendees, and more!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>Tip #2: Use the discussion tabs as a networking opportunity with other attendees</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>The discussion tab is a great way to make use of the downtime between chats with representatives. Here, attendees provided short paragraphs with their education, relevant skills, and contact information or a LinkedIn profile. You may consider preparing a similar paragraph with your background information to add to the discussion tabs of one or more companies. Doing this before the event can save more time for networking with recruiters. Plus, you will have more time to read through other attendee’s posts in the discussion tab before chatting with a representative. Many attendees invited others to reach out on LinkedIn as well, so be sure to connect with individuals who share your interests to have one-on-one conversations with other attendees after the event. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong>Tip #3: Treat this as a first-round interview or a way to see what jobs are in demand</strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Talent acquisition team leaders and partners, recruiters, outreach associates, program assistants, and human resources coordinators were among the representatives from each company who were available to chat during the event. For job seekers, this is an excellent opportunity to make a good first impression with potential employers. Make sure to practice your elevator pitch before entering a chat! If you are currently seeking a new job, consider preparing questions for the representatives to get a feel for what the company is looking for in terms of skills and personality. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>You may find these tips helpful or applicable to other virtual career fairs and networking platforms. For example, I frequently use a brief introductory message when networking on LinkedIn. While searching for a job or company, I often find profiles of people holding positions at a company that may be of interest to me. Inserting a semi-personalized introductory message containing your background information makes the connection request more personable. Here is a simplified template that you may consider using “Hi, [insert individual’s name]! I am a [insert year] graduate student in the [insert graduate program] interested in pursuing an industry position in [insert position] after graduation. Your position at [insert company] is of particular interest to me. It would be great to connect!” In my experience, most people are willing to connect. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>For more information about the next career fair event, check out the iJOBS newsletter or the AWIS website before the end of the year. You may find additional AWIS events of interest on their events <a href="https://awis.memberclicks.net/index.php?option=com_jevents">calendar</a>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Edited by: Natalie Losada (Senior Editor), Shawn Rumrill (Senior Editor)</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/412" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">srr131</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--news.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span>Thu, 10/05/2023 - 16:36</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-tags--news.html.twig * field--node--field-tags.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-tags.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Topic Areas</div> <div class="field--items"> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/211" hreflang="en">Featured</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/251" hreflang="en">Biomedical Sciences</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/282" hreflang="en">career development</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/254" hreflang="en">iJOBS Event Summary</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/342" hreflang="en">careers after graduate school</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/353" hreflang="en">women in science </a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/268" hreflang="en">Industry Perspective</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/285" hreflang="en">career panel</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/317" hreflang="en">STEM careers</a></div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/287" hreflang="en">networking</a></div> </div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-academic-cluster--news.html.twig * field--node--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-academic-cluster.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-academic-cluster field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Academic Cluster</div> <div class="field--item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/226" hreflang="en">Biological, Biomedical, and Health Sciences</a></div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-authored-on-year--news.html.twig * field--node--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--field-authored-on-year.html.twig * field--computed-integer.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-field-authored-on-year field--type-computed-integer field--label-above"> <div class="field--label">Authored On Year</div> <div class="field--item">2023</div> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 16:36:27 +0000 srr131 2793 at https://grad.rutgers.edu iJOBS Career Panel: Research Careers in Industry https://grad.rutgers.edu/news/ijobs-career-panel-research-careers-industry <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--news.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>iJOBS Career Panel: Research Careers in Industry</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--news.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field--item"> <p><span><span>By Joycelyn Radeny</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>For years, it has been assumed that the primary destination for Ph.D. graduates lies within academia. However, the landscape is evolving, and the current reality is that individuals are finding diverse avenues to keep their passion for research without venturing into academic roles. On July 25<sup>th</sup>, 2023, I had the opportunity to attend a career panel on research careers in industry hosted by iJOBS. Career panelists shared information about their current roles and offered guidance on overcoming challenges while transitioning from academia to industry, mastering the job application process, and preparing for industry roles. If you are a dedicated, passionate Ph.D. student or postdoctoral researcher but are interested in pursuing a career outside of academia, this career panel is where your journey starts! Keep reading to find the invaluable wisdom and inspiration from our panelists.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <h5><span><span><strong>Panelist: Kai-Ti Chang, Ph.D.</strong></span></span></h5> <h5><span><span><strong>Graduate School</strong><strong>: University of Maryland at College Park</strong></span></span></h5> <h5><span><span><strong>Career role: Senior Scientist at Regeneron</strong></span></span></h5> <p><span><span>As a senior scientist at Regeneron, Dr. Chang primarily focuses on antibody characterization in late-stage development using analytical assays. To find industry roles, <strong>Dr. Chang used a four-step strategy</strong>. First, he carefully studied the job description and tailored his resume to include key points and words matching the description. Second, he contacted the hiring manager to demonstrate his interest in the job and the company. Third, he made sure to conduct background research on his interviewers. Lastly, he read scientific publications from the hiring company to demonstrate his knowledge about his potential future employer. Dr. Chang <strong>highly recommended using LinkedIn to learn about interviewers</strong> and network with industry professionals. One of the major challenges Dr. Chang had to overcome when applying for industry roles was demonstrating the applicability of academia acquired skills in industry positions. He studied multiple job descriptions to gain insight into the necessary transferrable skills, and that allowed him to market himself better to industry recruiters. Dr. Chang emphasized doing internships through the iJOBS program to prepare for industry roles while in graduate school.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <h5><span><span><strong>Panelist: Stephania Guzman Diaz, Ph.D.</strong></span></span></h5> <h5><span><span><strong>Graduate School: Rutgers School of Graduate Studies </strong></span></span></h5> <h5><span><span><strong>Career role: Leadership Development Program at Eli Lilly</strong></span></span></h5> <p><span><span>Dr. Diaz works at Eli Lily within the leadership development program, where she can complete three rotations in any area of interest over two years. Her first rotation was in business development, where she worked on building external collaborations with various start-up biotechnology companies. In her second and current rotation, she is a clinical trial project manager on a phase III diabetes study. <strong>Dr. Diaz followed three key strategies</strong> while searching and applying for industry jobs. First, she heavily used LinkedIn as a networking and job-searching tool, which ultimately helped her land her current role. Second, she joined a <a href="https://smdp.icpdprograms.org/">science mentoring diversity program</a>, which connects trainees with an industry mentor for a year. Mentorship like this is important because it provides a myriad of networking opportunities that trainees can use to find jobs and internships. Lastly, <strong>Dr. Diaz was part of the iJOBS phase II program, allowing her to find and build connections that were pivotal in her job search</strong>. For Dr. Diaz, the career transition from academia to industry was smooth because she focused on acquiring career advancement skills during graduate school, including project management, critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication. In her current role, Dr. Diaz can fully explore her research interests through a variety of collaborations or projects and still has time for hobbies and activities on the weekends, which was a rare occurrence when she was in academia. </span></span></p> <p> </p> <h5><span><span><strong>Panelist: Nicole Torosin, Ph.D.</strong></span></span></h5> <h5><span><span><strong>Graduate School: </strong><strong>University of Utah</strong></span></span></h5> <h5><span><span><strong>Career role: Bioinformatics Scientist at Tally Health</strong></span></span></h5> <p><span><span>As a bioinformatician, Dr. Torosin analyzes data and develops bioinformatics pipelines for research and development in epigenetics and aging. When applying for industry jobs, <strong>Dr. Torosin also used a three-step approach</strong>. First, she transformed her academic CV into a resume, tailored to each role she applied for. Second, she was quick in applying to jobs outside her field of expertise. Dr. Torosin reminded students that even though the field of research may differ from one’s Ph.D. thesis work, the transferrable skills (project management, critical thinking, communication, data analysis) learned in academia are invaluable in industry. Third, she networked with individuals in the companies to which she was interested in applying. Because Dr. Torosin’s job was quite different from her field of expertise, Dr. Torosin worked long hours in her initial years, and taught herself to prioritize and work more diligently. When asked what she would have done differently to better prepare for industry, <strong>Dr. Torosin emphasized learning about different industry jobs and options as early as possible</strong>, especially for those unsure about staying in academia. She also recommended attending iJOBS events as a great way to explore industry options.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <h5><span><span><strong>Panelist: Michelle Zeliph, Ph.D.</strong></span></span></h5> <h5><span><span><strong>Graduate School: Rutgers School of Graduate Studies  </strong></span></span></h5> <h5><span><span><strong>Career role: Microbiologist in R&amp;D Product Microbiology at Ethicon</strong></span></span></h5> <p><span><span>As a microbiologist, Dr. Zeliph evaluates antimicrobial medical devices. She also conducts stability tests of products currently in the market for determining shelf-life. To transition from academia to industry, <strong>Dr. Zeliph utilized three strategies</strong>. First, she took a leap of faith and applied for roles she liked without worrying whether it was the right or wrong time to apply. Second, she ensured that her resume matched her LinkedIn profile for every job application, as hiring managers tend to research prospective candidates. Third, Dr. Zeliph used the industry network she built to transition into her current role<strong>. So far, the greatest difference Dr. Zeliph has noticed between research in academia and industry is the strict guidelines for documentation</strong>, such as accurate records of instrument and equipment calibrations, detailed information on reagents and laboratory products, and good laboratory practices. While this can be intimidating initially, Dr. Zeliph reassured the audience that adhering to these strict standards and guidelines gets easier with time. Like Dr. Torosin, Dr. Zeliph advised attendees to explore industry positions as early as possible. She recommended taking advantage of the iJOBS program by attending industry career panels to explore various career pathways, followed by applying to iJOBS Phase II program.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <h5><span><span><strong>Panelist: Huseyin Erguven</strong></span></span></h5> <h5><span><span><strong>Graduate School: </strong><strong>McGill University</strong></span></span></h5> <h5><span><span><strong>Career role: Medicinal Chemist at Paraza Pharma</strong></span></span></h5> <p><span><span>As a medicinal chemist, Dr. Erguven focuses on drug development, <em>i.e.</em>, synthesizing and analyzing drug-like molecules and proposing novel molecules. When applying for industry jobs, Dr. Erguven faced immigration challenges being an international student. Therefore, <strong>he urged international students to research visa-related restrictions and available visa alternatives at the earliest opportunity</strong>. He also recommended studying company policies about visa sponsorship and immigration. This enables international students to focus their application on companies equipped to handle visa restrictions. Dr. Erguven relied heavily on his networks during the job application process. One of the most significant changes Dr. Erguven noticed when transitioning to industry was the fast-paced environment. He attributed teamwork as essential to adapting to the fast-paced environment. Another change he saw was the unexpected change in the project’s priorities. <strong>If projects in the industry are not making progress, it is common to pivot to a new one.</strong> Therefore, Dr. Erguven emphasized the importance of being open and flexible to change.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <h5><span><span><strong>Panelist: Agata Krzyzanowaska, Ph.D.</strong></span></span></h5> <h5><span><span><strong>Graduate School: Rutgers School of Graduate Studies</strong></span></span></h5> <h5><span><span><strong>Career role: Scientific Lead at Eli Lilly</strong></span></span></h5> <p><span><span>As a scientific lead in the field of oncology, Dr. Krzyzanowaska’s responsibilities include designing and executing experiments, analyzing and presenting data, making crucial decisions about the project’s future, and attending training sessions. During the job application process, <strong>Dr. Krzyzanowaska used four main strategies</strong>. First, she attended iJOBS events, such as mock interviews, to help her understand the interview process and formulate her responses. Second, <strong>she was intentional about building her network, which included contacting alums who worked at or had networks in companies of interest</strong>. Third, she tailored a two-page resume to each position she applied to. Lastly, during the interview, she emphasized relevant skills to the positions of interest. When transitioning into industry, Dr. Krzyzanowaska noted various significant differences, including a fast-paced environment and rapid change in priorities, similar to Dr. Erguven’s experience. </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>After all panelists shared information about their roles, they were given the opportunity to reflect on unique actions that positively impacted their career search experience. They all agreed on the importance of networking at every stage of graduate school or postdoctoral research. Some networking methods include attending research conferences or connecting with employees/past graduate students in companies of interest on LinkedIn. Panelists provided further words of wisdom shared below:</span></span></p> <ul> <li><span><span>If you are having trouble finding a position at a large pharmaceutical company, the best place to start is at a Contract Research Organization (CRO). CROs are recruited by large pharmaceutical companies for various services, such as conducting research. From a CRO, one can transition into a small biotechnology company before moving to a large pharmaceutical company.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Using staffing agencies to get contract positions in companies of interest is a great way to get your foot in the door.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>If you are an international student, contact an immigration attorney to understand your visa options before applying for jobs.</span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span><span><strong>These shared experiences of the panelists can help graduate students and postdoctoral researchers take the necessary steps to venture into industry roles.</strong> Therefore, if you want to transition into industry from academia, take advantage of the precious information offered in this panel discussion!</span></span></p> <p> </p> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/bootstrap/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--news.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" about="/user/352" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">nml95</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--news.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--news.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span>Wed, 09/27/2023 - 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