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Career Development Sessions Saturday

Career Development Sessions
Saturday, April 18, 2026

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Professions in Biotech: Panel Discussion and Networking

Sponsored by the AAI Education Committee

Saturday April 18, 2026
9:15–11:15 AM
Fee and registration required

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Chair: Jane Grogan, Biogen, USA

Panelists:

  • Nicholas J. Hess, Promega Corporation, USA
  • Kate Jeffrey, Moderna, USA
  • Eleanor Z Kincaid, Cytek Biosciences, USA
  • H. Kiyomi Komori, Uniquity Bio, USA


The biotechnology sector offers a wide range of career opportunities for scientists with advanced degrees—from laboratory research and program management to business development, regulatory affairs, clinical trial oversight, medical science liaison work, and more. In this session, a panel of industry scientists will share their career paths, provide insight into their day-to-day roles, and discuss the skills needed to succeed in diverse biotech professions. Following the panel discussion, attendees are invited to a networking reception for informal conversation with the speakers and other industry professionals.

Early/Regular

On-site

Members

$25

$40

Nonmembers

$30

$45
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