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In today’s email:

🏈Job Spotlight: Microbiologist - Secrets of Tiny Titans
🏈Celebrating Black History: Breaking Barriers in Biotech
🏈Career Development Tips: Time Management Hacks

STEM JOB OF THE WEEK
Microbiologist: Secrets of Tiny Titans

Careers in microbiology typically involve working with microorganisms, researching their importance, or teaching courses in microbiology. Whether your ideal work environment is a laboratory, food company, or environmental agency, starting a microbiology career can be an exciting way to apply and develop your science skills.

Entry Level Roles:
Microbiologist I/II/III, Water Microbiologist, Food Lab Technician, Public Health Microbiologist, Clinical Lab Scientist, or Associate Scientist.

Key Responsibilities:
Their core responsibilities encompass: Collect environmental samples, perform microbial identification, test raw materials and finished products, analyze test results, interpret data, and generate reports, investigate contamination sources, and maintain compliance and FDA standards.

Skills Needed:
Basic understanding of microbiology principles / techniques, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of regulatory standards (FDA, USP, etc.).

Salary Landscape:

The salary range varies depending on factors such as location, experience, and skill level. An entry-level biotech microbiologist can expect an annual salary ranging from $34,500 - $126,00, with the average at $70,647 per year in the United States. (Source: Zip Recruiter)

SPECIAL EDITION
Celebrating Black History Month: Dr. Yvonne Greenstreet, a Biotech Trailblazer

This Black History Month, we honor Dr. Yvonne Greenstreet, a pioneering biotech executive driving innovation in drug development and patient care.

Born in London and raised in Ghana, Dr. Greenstreet began as an OB-GYN in the U.K. before earning an MBA. She transitioned into pharma, working at GlaxoSmithKline and Pfizer before joining Alnylam in 2016, where she became CEO in 2021.

Key Accomplishments:
- Led FDA approval of AMVUTTRA, a next-gen RNAi therapeutic.
- Built Alnylam’s commercial capabilities, launching ONPATTRO, GIVLAARI, and OXLUMO.
- Secured $2.2B in funding and the largest-ever royalty monetization for a non-approved drug.

Recognitions:
- 2024: Woman of the Year (Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association)
- 2023: Middle Market Executive of the Year (Boston Business Journal)
- 2022: Named among PharmaVoice’s 100 Most Inspiring People & Business Insider’s 100 People Transforming Business

Dr. Greenstreet also serves on advisory boards for the Gates Foundation, Harvard Medical School, and the Biomedical Science Careers Program.

Her journey exemplifies how Black leaders are shaping the future of biotech. This Black History Month, we celebrate her legacy and groundbreaking contributions.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT TIPS
Master Your Day with Time Hacks!

It's true that STEM fields can be demanding, and effective time management is crucial for success. Here are three ways STEM professionals can manage their time effectively

Master the Art of Prioritization:
Use the Eisenhower Matrix to categorize tasks by urgency and importance.
- Do: Urgent and important tasks; your top priorities
- Decide: Important but not urgent tasks; schedule time for these
- Delegate: Urgent, but not important. Can someone else do it?
- Delete: Not urgent and not important - time wasters

Time Blocking and Scheduling
- Allocate Specific Time Slots: block out specific time to work on tasks
- Batch Similar Tasks: group tasks (answering email, data analysis, etc.) tasks together to minimize context switching and improve efficiency

Leverage Technology and Tools
- Calendar Apps: use digital calendars to schedule appointments, set reminders, and manage time
- Note-taking Apps: to capture ideas, organize information, and keep track of tasks

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