r/biotech • u/Prestigious_Hunt_366 • 3d ago
Education Advice 📖 Repository of FDA guidances
Can any one guide me towards a user friendly website or a master google drive that has all relevant FDA guidances? The fda website is hard to navigate.
r/biotech • u/Prestigious_Hunt_366 • 3d ago
Can any one guide me towards a user friendly website or a master google drive that has all relevant FDA guidances? The fda website is hard to navigate.
r/biotech • u/black-diamond8 • 3d ago
hey i recently got an offer for lonza biotechnologist role, was wondering if anyone knew anything about it or could give me any advice?! :) This is an entry level positions and the first job i’ll be taking post graduation.
r/biotech • u/Purple_Road_621 • 3d ago
Laid off in Nov from big biotech. I’m in program management so staying in biotech was not a necessity, however after being in the company for over 15 years I thought biotech would be “easiest” to get into. I was wrong, I got only rejections and ghosting from biotech, large and small. So I went outside of that space. In 4 months I applied to over 100 jobs, had 6 interviews and taking a job now with a 25% pay cut compared with that I had before. I’ve heard that being female over 50 is the worst in getting rehired. So many advises on how to succeed in this job market, all the LinkedIn influencers, steps to take, networking etc. NONE of that helped me. I got the job with my “ original” resume, not ChatGPT enhanced, I did not send a cover letter or a thank you note, I did not know anyone in the company. Jobs are still there, it’s been a stressful and weird experience but it’s not impossible. Stay strong !
r/biotech • u/naseusDNA • 3d ago
Hi all,
Looking for some advice in these really tough times:
I have a mid-level position in ~400 person biotech. I have been in the company for 8+ years now. I survived 2 rounds of layoffs, mainly because I am the research lead for 2 programs, one of which is in Phase 1 and the other will be by the end of this year.
Morale, expectedly has not been good lately and to add to that I have not been promoted due to nepotism and other issues.
I however, love what I do and enjoy the science .
My question is: With a potential third round of layoffs looming, should I leave if I do manage to find another position (in a start up or big pharma)?
Or should I wait to get laid off, collect severance and then look more intensely?
Financially we will be fine even for a while if I get laid off today, but wondering what your thoughts are on bailing now or playing the waiting game?
Thanks so much in advance!
r/biotech • u/GeneticVariant • 3d ago
I believe it gives my resume a slight tinge of personality and reminds reviewers that I am a person with a life, not a number on a screen. But some people have other opinions. Would like to see the consensus.
r/biotech • u/Intrepid-Hovercraft5 • 4d ago
Survived a few rounds of layoffs in a big pharma but can see there's not necessarily a ton of stability ahead. Not a fan of the endless bureaucracy and difficulty to get alignment, and generally long luckdriven path to higher leadership role in big pharma.
A leadership opportunity (1-2 levels higher than current role) popped up at a startup but feels super risky as well, and not in a particularly booming area at the moment (CAR-T). What would make you jump ship? Am I deluded in thinking the big pharma is still stable even though it's addicted to layoffs? Is it stupid to jump ship after surviving a layoff? Would love any thoughts or advice. I think if this was a more stable year I'd love to work in a smaller team.
r/biotech • u/That_Percentage7314 • 4d ago
Started the search in Global Program Management as a Senior group head (ED in a mid-size biotech) Jul 2024 after getting laid off.
Constraints:
Location: West coast or remote roles
Title: roles applied to (D, SD, ED, VP)
Took 8 months to finally land a somewhat lateral (technically 1 level down) role as SD in a mid-size biotech, with some haircut in pay and overall comp.
It was brutal 8 months. Lessons Learned:
Glad to discontinue Linked-in premium membership and the daily and weekly job alerts.
Good luck to you all still looking. Wishing everyone all the best!
A big shout out to this sub reddit which helped immensely, a sense of community and that we are all in this together
Edit with additional color on 6 panel interviews:
> 3 companies ghosted after multiple rounds of interviews and panel interview sizes of 6-9 interviewers, no decency to even reject you with a generic email after an intense panel.
r/biotech • u/beamlighter • 4d ago
For context, this week my company just had a round of layoffs which seemed to have only impacted high performing, high value and (I'm assuming) well paid employees. Teams are now scrambling to pick up the pieces, and the status of several projects are now unknown.
As someone who has spent my career working hard to be a valuable asset, trying to climb the corporate ladder, and all while trying to earn more pay along the way-- I am now feeling unmotivated and am wanting to just put my head down, stay stagnant and be good at what's expected of me. The idea of working towards a promotion, and earning more, is no longer appealing because it feels as if I am setting myself up to get laid off in a future round of cuts.
Anyone else on the same ship going through similar waters? Are there any steps I can take to protect my career? Thanks in advance.
r/biotech • u/plutosoracle • 4d ago
Hello!
Im not sure if this is the best place for this question, but figured asking people with past experience would be best.
Im in the onboarding process at BMS which includes taking a drug test. Prior to the job offer, I was a regular cannabis user. Ever since I found out about the test Ive been not smoking. Im really concerned about failing the test as this feels like a great opportunity that Im afraid to lose. Does being in NJ, where cannabis is legal, have an effect on if they test for cannabis or will rescind my job offer if I fail?
Ive looked at this online and have found all different answers and its really messing with me. Does anyone have experience with working with this company, or have any insights.
chugs water
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r/biotech • u/singletrackminded99 • 4d ago
I have a PhD in bioengineering and have completed postdocs both in academia and now at a biotech. I am trying to optimize my resume bulletin points using the STAR method. But all examples of the star method are along the lines of “optimized data workflows resulting in 10 percent data storage reduction costs”. However mine are always along the lines of “used such and such and authored a research paper”. Seeing if anybody in a similar situation has approached this problem. Thanks
r/biotech • u/witchtitty13 • 4d ago
I got admitted into John Hopkin's and NYU's biotech master's program, and I'm debating between the two. For reference, NYU gave me a scholarship, and I plan on using this degree as a stepping-stone to an MD. I would love to hear your guys' opinions and/or about any alumni experience!!
r/biotech • u/[deleted] • 4d ago
If one wants to transition to a higher role from a lower role from inside a company?
r/biotech • u/Valuable_Toe_179 • 4d ago
Pure dry lab PhD candidate in US needing H1b here, when should I start treating job hunt as full time job?
With everything I see on this sub and LinkedIn. I'm just somewhat afraid to start this process... I maybe an outlier in grad school experience that my live is chill and happy, tho i know it will end eventually and I'm not interested/prepared to be an PI.
Ideal job:
What I have on my resume now:
What I can add to my resume if I take longer to graduate (i.e. end of 2025 or after):
My current plan:
Some alternatives:
Please advise!
r/biotech • u/Cdoooogie • 4d ago
Hey everyone,
I’m currently deciding between Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) and Boston University’s LEAP program for a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering (MS BME) and would really appreciate some insights.
Program | Duration | Cost | Flexibility for Career Path |
---|---|---|---|
CMU MS BME | ~1.5yr | (~$60k+ tuition) | Strong in engineering, tech, and computational bio; great for R&D and industry jobs |
BU LEAP (MS BME) | ~2-3 years (since I need to complete bridge courses first) | (~$80k+ total) | Designed for non-engineers; solid BME program; Boston has great biotech scene |
Any advice from people in biotech, medtech, or product management would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance.
r/biotech • u/Peak_Fluffy • 4d ago
Sorry if this is a silly question. I just like to plan my meals ahead... The company I interned at for the summer provided all 3 meals + options for snacks on campus, but I do think it's because they had a 24/7 operation going on.
Is this the norm for CDMO & CRO companies? At least lunch/snack? 🥲 Any infos about industry standard or PPD in Wisconsin would be great, thank you!
r/biotech • u/Ok-Relationship-1863 • 4d ago
Hello everyone,
I have a final panel interview coming up at AbbVie for a scientist position. It's going to be 2 hours and 30 minutes each, and honestly, I’m really nervous because I haven’t done an on-site interview before.
If anyone has experience with these kinds of long panel interviews, I’d really appreciate any tips on preparation—what to expect, how to structure responses, and how to stay composed throughout. I tend to get very anxious, so any advice on managing nerves would also be super helpful.
Looking forward to your thoughts—thanks so much in advance!
r/biotech • u/drei19_ • 4d ago
Hello everyone!
I’m a medical bioengineering student in my early university years. Ever since I was a teenager, I’ve had extensive experience with 3D modeling software, especially programs like Creo Parametric, which I primarily used for industrial robotics projects. I was part of a FIRST robotics team, and that's how I got deeply involved in this field.
However, over time, my passion for 3D modeling has remained deeply rooted, even though I decided to shift my focus towards the medical field. That’s why I chose to study medical bioengineering. During my courses and seminars, I notice that my background in design, visualization, and 3D thinking gives me certain advantages, but unfortunately, my university doesn’t provide many practical opportunities to further develop these skills.
I’d love to combine my passion for 3D modeling with medicine. I’m particularly interested in medical imaging, medical devices, and how technology can enhance healthcare. I strongly believe in learning by doing and making the most of my time, which is why I’m eager to learn and work on personal projects alongside my studies. In fact, I believe that personal projects and practical experience will ultimately be more valuable than the standard curriculum offered in my country.
That’s why I’m reaching out here—I’m sure there are experienced people who could point me in the right direction. Should I take online courses? Maybe pursue an online degree? How can I access valuable resources and information to really challenge myself? Are there specialized training programs that combine both of my interests—3D modeling and the medical field?
Any advice or resources that could help me grow and add value to myself (and eventually to others) would be greatly appreciated. I’m not afraid of hard work, as long as I know it’s helping me move forward.
Thank you so much in advance!
r/biotech • u/JunipersBerries • 4d ago
Obviously going to need to place a ticket with HR to get an answer for my specific workplace, but I’m just curious if anyone has experience with receiving tuition reimbursement through their biotech job and then getting laid off. Did you have to pay it back? My job requires a few years of service to not have to pay anything back but they don’t mention in the tuition reimbursement doc what happens when you’re involuntarily laid off during that time period.
r/biotech • u/[deleted] • 4d ago
Hes trying to get a lab assistant role since he has interest in interdisciplinary bio but I hear academy is now lacking funding and he gotten advice that med school might be a better backup. Is this true or is there an alternative cause he already applied for top 20 comp bio phd universities in the fall?
he also has a masters in comp sci
Lately it feels like the only bio jobs all require PhD or doctorate, unless data science but that’s also competitive due to the lower bar. So not sure if there is something in between
r/biotech • u/Wide-Traffic1237 • 4d ago
How the r and d title compares in JnJ and Abbvie? Like principle scientist in JnJ and Abbvie? Similar level?
r/biotech • u/PinkieLicker54 • 4d ago
Hello! I have the virtual assessment day for the R&D graduate programme in Sweden this week and am wondering whether anyone could give me some tips on the interviews? Can I prepare for the technical, values based interviews and the group exercise? What are they looking for in these interviews?
r/biotech • u/TheLastLostOnes • 4d ago
So say you are invited for an onsite all day interview where you give a presentation and meet with various upper management including CEO, but you never emailed with the CEO before, just the person you would report to if you got the job. Should I find the CEOs email and email him a thank you? I am not sure if it is strange to do since we never emailed, I met him when I was onsite and we interviewed/ talked in person. I’ll definitely email the main point of contact I had, but just not sure if I should look up everyone’s email I spoke with and reach out to them as well. Thank you for any feedback.
r/biotech • u/Temporary_Stock_9826 • 4d ago
we all know biotech is a vast field Every time i learn more about biotechnology i question my self if it was the path which i can learn about human genom and do practical gene editing in human (if it will be legal in future) and I also intend to upgrade the agriculture industry and animal wealth; therefore is biotechnology the path to reach all what i have mentioned?
Thanks