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Industries posting job information on LinkedIn or other platforms must stop putting "experience" bars, especially if they seek PhD candidates. PhD itself is a full-time(full day and full night) job with low salary where a person won't get any separate opportunity and time to get industrial experience. Moreover, it would be ridiculous and ironical if someone opts for an internship after PhD. There are many candidates who are post-doctorates from US and still not hired in industries, where the person has gained more experience than the experience bars as mentioned in the job post and is eligible for being a principal scientist. One point is never clear, if they expect PhD candidates for jobs and also expect them to have 7-8 years of industrial experience, is that possible ? Without getting an opportunity, how will they get experienced for 8 years ? They must make it clear that the candidate must have industrial experience of 8 years before PhD, but that is still rare. That is only possible if someone wasn't getting enough salary with that degree and wants to upskill themselves by pursuing PhD and then joining industry again. They must make it clear that they don't want freshers rather they want someone who had actually worked in industries earlier, quit their previous jobs (after 8 years of joining their first job) and want to join their company. It would be even better if they stop hiring PhD graduates in their company. A trained PhD graduate won't mind learning and getting trained to work in industries as they had spent 5-8 years in learning and building an innovation/concept, especially if they work with molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, biochemistry and chemistry. They would be fast learners and disciplined compared to other professionals in their company. Rather they can inspire other members in the industry who are reluctant in getting trained. #industrialexperience #jobexperience #jobs #scientists #PhD

Dr. Shweta Srivastava, Ph.D highlighted a crucial issue, and I wholeheartedly agree: the undervaluation of PhDs and senior academics is a significant systemic problem. This extends well beyond compensation. As a PhD holder in life sciences and founder of three companies, I've been through and have conducted numerous interviews with PhDs and master's students. No doubt there is a substantial misalignment between academic training and the skills required in today’s job market; which drastically limits their career options. It is essential we incorporate opportunities for students to work directly with industry or engage in collaborative projects. Moreover, they should provide a solid understanding of #compliant environments and expose students to #regulatory landscapes whenever possible. At my companies we are actively committed to preparing talent for the future of #biopharma through customized PhD positions. Feel free to apply on open positions at Lamark Biotech on this link https://lnkd.in/duEsmRa7 There are efforts happening, for instance there is a Mid-carrer fellowship call (opening on 2nd Feb 2024) to honor the legacy of Prof. Bhan, with a allowable salary amount upto INR 2,00,000/- per month with 10% yearly increment during the course of the Fellowship. If you are a PhD (<50y age) Check details here https://lnkd.in/dh7VbmiN I have emphasized this on every forum, retirating here that there needs to be more PhD sponsorships from Industry. I think scholarships for PhD and postdoc positions with a 50-50 contribution from industry and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT/WT India Alliance DBT BIRAC) could be great for the upcoming Indian ecosystem. Satya Prakash Dash Viswanadham Duppatla IKP Knowledge Park Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi NIPER Guwahati Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) World Health Organization #PhDTraining #HigherEducation #IndustryReady #Innovation #FutureOfWork VIT TBI NSRCEL Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

Are We Undervaluing Our PhDs and Senior Academics? Take a look at this job description (attached screenshot). The position requires 15 years of teaching or research experience at a reputed college or university, a PhD, MTech (Biotech), plus a BTech in Biotech—essentially an incredibly specialized background spanning over two decades of higher education and research. Yet the monthly salary on offer is only ₹50,000–₹60,000. It begs the question: Are private universities and the broader job market truly valuing academic expertise? Or are we witnessing an unsettling trend where even the highest qualifications—often obtained through years of rigorous study, research, and mentoring—are met with compensation packages more suited to entry- or mid-level professionals in other sectors? What does this mean for the future of research and innovation? Talent Drain: Highly qualified professionals may move to industry or abroad for better-paying roles, leaving fewer mentors for the next generation. Reduced Incentive for PhD Pursuits: If the career path after a doctorate leads to underwhelming compensation, many potential scholars might abandon academic or research pathways. Quality Concerns: Institutions offering such modest pay for highly specialized roles risk sending the wrong signal about the quality of education and research they’re aiming to deliver. Academics devote years—often decades—to their fields. It’s time for employers, especially private universities, to re-evaluate how they attract and retain senior talent. Because in the race for innovation and educational excellence, undervaluing experts is a sure way to undermine both research and student outcomes. #academia #phd #highereducation #teaching #innovation #phdlife #university #research

Shaping the Future of Biotechnology—Together! Esteemed Biotechnology Leaders, As the Head of the Biotechnology Department at Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology, a premier engineering college in Hyderabad, I invite you to collaborate with us in developing the next generation of biotech talent. We have a talented pool of 60 students per batch, trained in various aspects of biotechnology, with a curriculum updated with cutting-edge technologies. https://lnkd.in/gSjgnaVa We are open to partnerships that bring mutual benefits, including: Internships: Provide real-world exposure to our brightest students. MoUs: Forge long-term collaborations that strengthen academia-industry ties. Guest Lectures: Share industry insights with our students. Job Placements: Access job-ready graduates eager to contribute to your innovations. Together, we can bridge the gap between academia and industry, unlocking student potential while benefiting your workforce. Please fill this form for your valuable inputs. https://lnkd.in/gpZXUdgj Let’s connect to explore how we can work together! #CBIT #Biotechnology #Industry #Pharmaceutical #network #CBITAlumni

🎓 Where Should Indian Biotech Students Do Their Master Thesis? 🤔 As someone who has closely observed the biotech field, I want to share some insights that might help students make the right decision about their master thesis. Many students aim for national labs, assuming they’re the most lucrative choice. But here’s what I’ve noticed: in most cases, students are assigned to a professor’s team and end up just collecting data. While they might list advanced techniques like organoid culture or NGS on their CV, they often lack basic lab skills like cell counting or pipetting. 💡 Why is this a problem? These core skills are crucial for starting a career. Without them, students often: ⚠️ Struggle to find jobs. ⚠️ Face difficulty adapting to Indian biotech companies. ⚠️ Miss out on opportunities due to their lack of practical knowledge. What’s the solution? 🤔 Here’s my advice to biotech students: 1️⃣ Choose Skill-Oriented Labs 🧪 – Go for labs that focus on hands-on training and encourage you to learn by doing, not just delivering data. 2️⃣ Check Alumni Outcomes 👩🔬👨🔬 – Research how past interns have done. Are they employed? Are they confident with their skills? 3️⃣ Explore Private Companies/Startups 🚀 – Biotech startups or companies often provide exposure to real-world applications. 4️⃣ Master the Basics 🔬 – Learn essential skills like cell culture, molecular biology techniques, and data analysis. These are the foundations of a great career. Before choosing your thesis/internship, ask yourself: 👉 Are students from this lab getting jobs? 👉 How independent are they in handling experiments? The right thesis experience can make all the difference between struggling and thriving in the biotech industry. 🌟 💭 What’s your experience? Share your thoughts and let’s discuss! 💬 Feel free to modify further. #biotech #student #thesis #biotechnology #career #growth #thesis #job #labs #msc #bsc #btech #internship

Boston’s biotech sector is booming, but there's a worker shortage! While recent layoffs have made headlines, the biggest future issue for Boston’s thriving biotech sector isn’t a lack of jobs. A new report from the Massachusetts Biotechnology Education Foundation highlights a looming worker shortage and emphasizes the need to better recruit local college graduates. 🚀 With over 5,700 job openings yearly and only 61% filled by local grads, MassBioEd is stepping up with internships and apprenticeships. 🌟 Let’s bridge the gap! Join the conversation! Share your thoughts on how we can attract and retain more talent in the life sciences sector in the comments. 🌱💼 #Biotech #LifeSciences #MassBioEd #WorkforceDevelopment #Biotech #LifeSciences #Career Articles: https://lnkd.in/e4VK8WNQ https://lnkd.in/e8kDJBxv

What biotech/lifescience graduates require to get an industry job these days? 1️⃣ Academic qualification 2️⃣ Experience 3️⃣ An impressive CV The landscape of employment has changed in recent years due to heavy competition, dynamic market environment, funding constraints and more. Even though you are qualified, have experience and a good CV, most of you may wonder why you are not shortlisted. You must also have these abilities 1️⃣ Good communication skills 2️⃣ Networking skills 3️⃣ Situational awareness No 1 & 2 is well spoken. Let me elaborate No 3. Say you are a biotech graduate. Is it fine if you know only biotech? In this tech era, you must be aware of certain things beyond your subject. 💡Business - You must know how biotech industries thrive. Where do they get investments? How stable is their market? What products or services do they offer? 💡Companies - if you have an area of interest, Do you know the companies that are into similar domain in your city/state? 💡Skillset - Do you know the skills required to get placed in those companies? Think about what you would bring to them that they may or may not have? Let me cite my own experience. I was almost sure that after completing postdoc and landing in India, I would get placed in the top companies. Nah. I was wrong. I could only get shortlisted for 2 interviews out of 200+ applications. So its not easy but its not impossible as well. Good luck folks!! #careerguidance #biotechjobs #biotechcareer #lifesciencejobs

I NEED US BIOTECH/ENGINEERING STUDENTS FOR PROJECTS! Read--you won't be shocked. Universities are in trouble in the US; doors are closing nationwide. Corporate America has been screaming for decades for help—"provide us with graduates who can problem-solve." I need responses from US universities! US students need real-world practice. Professors from India are very interested. I am loading US company projects (who are hiring) with biotech/engineering students from India. If you know US biotech or engineering students who would like a competitive project (they will work in teams) for a hiring company, message me!!