LEAS LAB CAREER TIPS
Invest in yourself. Follow our career ‘to do list’
Choosing the right career track in science or medicine is hard.
Follow our simple steps to get started and help make this journey easier (and even fun)!
Its never too early to start investigating different career options.
REHASH YOUR RESUME
Your resume is your foot in the door! It has to stand out and be an excellent representation of YOU!
Follow these tips from the experts:
“A personal statement should highlight your aspirations and dreams. A CV can list all your publications” - Wei Gao is an assistant professor of mechanical engineering at the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena.
“seek advice from mentors when writing a personal statement- send to two or three senior scientists” - Silvia Kariuki is a postdoctoral fellow at the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) Wellcome Trust Research Programme in Kilifi.
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ATTEND A VIRTUAL CAREER FAIR
Now is the time to look into which career might be right for you. Go to as many events as possible, even if you know what you want to do. Research and multiple viewpoints can help guide you.
MassBioEd & MassBio Virtual Career Fair
MAY 26, 2021 | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
FINALLY... KEEP UP WITH THE LATEST SCIENCE NEWS
Keep up to speed with the latest scientific news by subscribing to a reputable and interesting news site. This can help you stand out in your next interview!
