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My thoughts on this as well, making a scientist needs proper motivation. Actually along the way after grad, realities start to set in, while diligently searching for a way into the life science sector, you then figure you need to set long term goals for your dream and live to survive first but if you're determined you'll get it eventually, not to fret. Big thanks to the British Pharmacological Society for a lot during my undergrad days. I'll share my story soon. #lifesciences #scientist #innovation

‘How Can We Keep Scientists as Scientists!’ That’s the question I had for the #LCR (Late Career Researchers) at the British Pharmacological Society’s #Pharmacology2024 in Harrogate. As a final year #pharmacologist, I’ve had conversations with #lifescience #graduates about their experiences after completing their degrees. Many describe feeling defeated, facing countless hurdles before breaking into the industry, only to find themselves undervalued and underpaid. A significant number of these individuals have also shared that they’ve considered leaving scientific roles altogether, exploring careers in areas like business management or technology instead. As someone passionate about inspiring more young people to pursue pharmacology through my online work, this has left me wondering: what is truly being done to retain scientists in science? What measures are in place to ensure that those passionate about research and discovery feel supported, valued, and motivated to stay within the field? #ECR #LCR #Pharmacology2024 #BritishPharmacologialSociety

Need an example of the impact a LEADERs student can make at your organization? Check out this article on former LEADERs student Nicole Langlois and her experience at Amgen. #phdtalent #doctoraleducation #talentpipeline #northeasternuniversity

Last year, a Nature survey of postdoctoral researchers found that those who work in industry tend to be better compensated and have greater job satisfaction. Nature spoke to three postdocs who work at large pharmaceutical and life-science companies — Genentech, Merck and AstraZeneca — about the transition from academia and the opportunities that industry has to offer. “I’m well-funded and taken care of,” says postdoc Annie Woolven at AstraZeneca. “I have a standard working week. After working practically 24/7 on my PhD thesis, it’s a welcome change of pace.”

Last year, a Nature survey of postdoctoral researchers found that those who work in industry tend to be better compensated and have greater job satisfaction. Nature spoke to three postdocs who work at large pharmaceutical and life-science companies — Genentech, Merck and AstraZeneca — about the transition from academia and the opportunities that industry has to offer. “I’m well-funded and taken care of,” says postdoc Annie Woolven at AstraZeneca. “I have a standard working week. After working practically 24/7 on my PhD thesis, it’s a welcome change of pace.”

Curious how the API Pharmacometrics Fellowship program can benefit you? 📊💡 Jagmanpreet Dang, one of our previous participants, shares his experience on how the program has helped enhance his understanding of key concepts in pharmacometrics and drug development. Here’s how the API Pharmacometrics Fellowship Program can help you too: 🚀 Comprehensive Training: Dive deep into PK/PD modeling, R programming efficiency, advanced software tools, model-informed drug development and more! 🔬 Real-world Experience: Work with real clinical data and contribute to projects that influence drug development and patient care. 🧑🏫 Mentorship from Experts: Gain insights and guidance from professionals at the forefront of life sciences innovation, helping you refine your skills and grow your expertise. Apply now and take the next step towards becoming a leader in this dynamic industry! 👉 https://lnkd.in/gvHKsKHP 🗓️ Applications close January 6, 2025. #PharmacometricsFellowship #Biostatistics #CareerGrowth #Mentorship #HealthInnovation #LifeSciences

Reaching out to all the graduate #students in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biostatistics, Applied Mathematics, Epidemiology, or related fields, as well as PharmD or practicing healthcare professionals with an interest in #pharmacometrics and #drugdevelopment. Here is a great #course for you to check out! ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gFYzftNs

🎓 One month ago, I achieved a significant milestone by graduating with an MSc in Advanced Pharmacology from the University of Strathclyde! 🌟 What a journey it has been! As an international student, challenges were adapting to a new environment, balancing academics, and navigating life far from home but every step was worth it. 💪🏽 I am incredibly grateful to my professors, peers, friends, and family for their unwavering support and encouragement. Your belief in me kept me going, and I couldn’t have done it without you. 🙏🏽 This chapter is just the beginning, and I’m excited to see where this path leads next. Here's to growth, perseverance, and making a difference in the world of pharmacology! 🚀 #Graduation #InternationalStudent #AdvancedPharmacology

It’s difficult to explain all that goes into a kit for the Amgen Biotech Experience, so I’ve enlisted the help of my camera. As you can see, a kit consists of a bunch of neat biotech stuff! Incubators, centrifuges, heat blocks, water baths, pipettes, reagents, consumables, etc. - we provide it all, and it doesn't cost the schools, teachers, or students a single cent. This is a huge financial and technical burden removed from teachers’ plates. Beyond that, this is real-deal biotech that we can put into than hands of students in middle schools and high schools. This is a HUGE deal. It's rare for high schools to have resources like this. Heck, I was extremely fortunate that I even got to do this stuff as an undergrad. There are people that start graduate school who might not even have experience with some of this equipment and these techniques. Like I said: it's a big deal. Now, let's put the potential reach of the ABE program at Columbus State Community College into a clearer perspective. This one kit might pass through 8-10 schools in a given year. The total potential reach of just one kit, conservatively, is 500-700 students per academic year. In several years, we should have 5+ of these kits rotating through Central Ohio schools. If your back-of-the-napkin math matches up with mine, that means 2500+ students per year will get to run these labs in their classrooms. How cool is that?! This is the kind of thing that changes lives, and it allows students to see themselves wearing a lab coat and doing real science stuff. Those same students may someday walk the halls of CSCC and local biotech companies, and that possibility is made better thanks to programs like ABE. Anyway, I'm super thrilled that this kit is making its way to another school in the Columbus area later today! I can't wait to see their results and the microplate art they come up with, and I sincerely hope that it sticks with the folks that want to pursue Science as a career.

Yesterday morning, a new joinee PhD student in our lab shared something interesting with me. After her first ELISA experiment to evaluate the immunogenicity of vaccine, her results didn’t align with her expectations. Rather than dismissing it, she said she spent the entire evening reflecting on the data and wondering what might have gone wrong. The next day, she asked / discussed with me showing her graphs of vaccine groups and a notebook full of thoughts, eager to discuss her results. What I liked most, was her intent to think about her results outside working hours. And she was restless untill she figured out what went wrong! I told her that while initial results might not always be perfect, it’s this kind of relentless curiosity and commitment; not just about the results but about the process of questioning and learning that drives scientific progress. For all researchers, especially those just starting: 🔹Think Beyond the Lab: Reflect on your results even when you’re away from the lab. Insights often come from these moments of contemplation. 🔹 Don’t hesitate to seek feedback from peers and mentors when you encounter challenges. 🔹Each unexpected result is an opportunity to learn and improve. Remember, science is a journey filled with questions and discoveries. Stay curious! Follow ⚜ Surya Sekhar Pal ⚜ for more! #research #curiosity #contemplation #inquisitiveness #learnings #findings #vaccinedevelopment #animalresearch #linkedinfamily #linkedinforcreators #sciencecommunication #rsv #influenza #vaccinedevelopment #phd #researchanddevelopment #seekguidance #folllowformore