Types of Career Paths in Biotech

Science: Technicians, associates, scientists

Research administration: Technical position, product management, need management experience and/or market insight

Clinical affairs: Medically oriented, junior positions

Legal: Junior positions if bring legal (+ science!) background

Business development: Experience hired, out-licensing vs. in-licensing, Tech transfer

Marketing & Finance: Common entrance for MBAs

Venture capital: Broad technical understanding, management experience, investing experience

Senior management: Deep technical understanding, Pharma or Biotech experience, Healthcare banking, Healthcare consulting