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In the Biotech Career Coach podcast, we share valuable insights and advice for job seekers and career-minded individuals in the biotechnology and life sciences industry. From resume tips to leadership strategies, this podcast will help you navigate your job search and succeed in your career. This podcast is a production of The Collaboratory Career Hub To join our free Slack Community or access great free resources, visit www.collaboratorycareerhub.com
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Building Biotechs

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From the ground floor to the C-Suite, Building Biotechs offers a behind-the-scenes look into the strategy that goes into launching and scaling successful biotech and life science companies. We talk with biotech executives, founders, HR leaders, and culture builders to learn how they think about growing companies with intention, and discuss the valuable lessons they’ve learned along the way.
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This week, I chatted with leadership advisor, speaker, entrepreneur, and podcast host Tony Martignetti, MBA, CPC, Founder, and Chief Inspiration Officer of Inspired Purpose Partners. We both agree there’s a critical need for more comprehensive coaching and support for leaders in the biotech industry. Drawing from his diverse career that spans from …
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In this episode, Heather E. Williams, PhD, MBA, MS, PgD, ErCLG, CG (ASCP) MB, the Chief Operating Officer of Cache DNA, chats about her career journey and the importance of always learning. Heather's passion for medicine and genetics has led her from childhood dreams of being like Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman to training as a clinical laboratory genet…
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This week, we had a conversation with Catharine Smith - the Executive Director at the Termeer Foundation. Catharine is passionate about supporting biotech founders in growing patient-centric companies. We are thrilled about the Termeer Foundation and have been delighted to witness the Termeer Fellows thrive through the support, training, and commun…
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This week my monthly BioSpace Career Coach column dropped, so I'm going into greater detail about each of the questions I answered in that column. We chat about excelling in Zoom calls, acing HR interviews, and navigating potential layoffs. This advice is widely applicable for those of you wanting to stand out and take control of your career. Check…
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In this episode, we chatted with Isaac Stoner, M.B.A., the CEO of Octagon Therapeutics. Isaac is known for his expertise in building small companies and embarking on adventurous missions such as recovering airplane black boxes (yes, you read that correctly!). He also hosts a science enthusiast networking group in Cambridge, where attendees drink be…
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In this episode, Dimple Doshi, MS, SAPM, shares her inspiring journey from a bench scientist to R&D Strategy and Operations, where she now blends science and business. As a first-generation immigrant, she navigated challenges and leveraged transferable skills to carve her unique career path. From the Northeastern Co-op program to her experience in …
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This week we sat down with Kyriakos Economides, PhD, VP of Translational Pharmacology at Werewolf Therapeutics. If there’s one constant in biotech, it’s change. We discussed the evolution of a career, rolling with the punches, and the importance of a solid clinical plan early in the drug development lifecycle. Werewolf Therapeutics Inc. Linked In w…
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This week, we had an insightful conversation with Leen Kawas, PhD, Managing General Partner at Propel Bio Partners. She shared her journey from studying pharmacy to founding a successful company (with a great exit) and now running a venture fund. She emphasizes the business case for the importance of DEI in the company leadership and in clinical tr…
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This week, I recap the great BioSpace event I participated in this week: Navigating a Competitive Job Market. Moderated by Chantal Dresner, VP of Marketing at BioSpace, I joined forces with Greg Clouse, Recruiting Manager at BioSpace, to answer questions about job seeking, the state of the industry, and how to put your best foot forward if you're o…
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This week, we had the pleasure of chatting with Andrew Fraley, PhD, Entrepreneur in Residence with Atlas Venture. We chatted about his journey from bench chemist to entrepreneur, and some of the things he learned in the process. He also shared valuable insights on structuring a pitch deck for those on the funding trail. Tune in to learn from Andrew…
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In this episode, we discuss the power of mindset in your job search and career. Despite some considering it "woo," we explore how mindset can impact success. Check out the research links below for some great papers on the subject. Positive thinking plays a crucial role in facing challenges in the job market and navigating career growth. Drawing on …
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In this episode, Rikin Mehta, Pharm.D., J.D., LL.M. co-founder of Lactiga and co-founder and CEO of Licentiam, discusses the importance of looking at biotech through a regulatory lens. Rik shares insights on the significance of regulatory knowledge across an organization and reflects on how his diverse career journey helped shape his outlook on bui…
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In this episode, we chat about bad bosses. Whether you're currently dealing with a difficult manager or looking to avoid one in the future, we've got you covered. Learn how different work styles can impact your relationship with your manager, and how to fix it. We also give actionable tips on 'managing up' and interviewing effectively to land a bet…
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This week we sat down with Sarah Hein, PhD, co-founder and CEO of March Biosciences. She shares her journey from academia to entrepreneurship, the story of her first company and successful exit, and how she’s leveraging strategic partnerships to grow her current company. She also gave some actionable frameworks for early-career founders. Tune in to…
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This week I take you behind-the-scenes into one of our office hours discussions. Tailoring your resume to align with the job description is critical for success in job applications. I teach how to thoroughly analyze a job description to grasp the specific pain points and challenges faced by the hiring manager. By identifying repeated keywords and t…
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In this episode, John Doyle, PhD, Education Director at the Gloucester Biotechnology Academy, discusses the valuable opportunities the Academy offers for biotech companies through its internship program. He highlights how the program impacts the science workforce and provides insights into their curriculum, which trains students for professional ca…
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This week, we sat down with Tania Philipp, Chief People Officer at Vor Bio. Vor’s mission is to cure blood cancers through cell and genome engineering. Tania shares insights from rapid growth, hiring for culture during a pandemic, and taking a company public while maintaining culture and transparency. Vor Bio | Cell & Genome Engineering Biotechnolo…
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In this episode, we sat down with Dan Goddard of Browne Consulting, which specializes in accounting, finance, and human resources services to venture-backed Life Science start-ups and emerging companies. Dan is passionate about creating mission-driven companies, and he shares great insight into the cyclical nature of biotech and how founding and gr…
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This week, we have something for both sides of the table, whether you're interviewing for your next job or interviewing candidates for your next hire. Navigating the interview process can feel like a minefield. How do you follow up? When should you follow up? Have I been ghosted? And if you're interviewing candidates, you also have a lot to keep in…
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In this episode, we chatted with Stephanie Culler, PhD, Co-Founder and CEO of Persephone Biosciences and part of the Y Combinator 2018 cohort. Persephone is committed to delivering industry-leading technologies for the development of microbiome-targeted therapeutics. We talked about all things poop, as well as strategies to turn a passion for curin…
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How do you escape if you get cornered by someone at a networking event? What if you can't get a word in edgewise? And how about those uncomfortable LinkedIn exchanges? This week we chat all things awkward when it comes to networking. Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources: Join our free Slack group Att…
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In this episode, we chatted with Bruce Wu, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at Deep Cell, a biotech pioneering new methods in single-cell analysis by combining innovations in microfluidics, optics, and AI. Bruce's diverse background in engineering and law has led him to his current role, where he continues to combine his love for helping…
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In this episode of the Biotech Career Coach, Carina and Alison discuss outplacement services and their value for individuals who are transitioning between jobs. They explain that outplacement varies between providers, but generally includes support services such as career coaching, resume and interview training, and guidance for finding new employm…
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In this episode, we chatted with Alexander Morin, PhD, Account Coordinator at Russo Partners, a Public Relations Agency that collaborates on integrated communications for digital technology, mobile communications, biopharma, medtech, digital health, diagnostics, IT, and healthcare services companies. Alexander is passionate about translating comple…
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In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of a LinkedIn seminar that was highly popular in our community. The seminar focuses on using LinkedIn as a networking tool and optimizing your profile to be more discoverable by recuiters. We share insights on creating a standout profile and provide a sneak peek into the back end of LinkedIn. If you wa…
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This week, we chatted with Ann Albrecht, Founder & CEO at Ann Albrecht Consulting, a virtual executive assistant consulting firm supporting C-level executives in diverse industries, including biotech, venture capital, and strategic marketing. Ann and her team help executives build thriving biotechs by allowing them to focus on their zones of genius…
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Networking is scary but can become easier with a good strategy. In this episode, Alison Hall, co-founder of the Collaboratory Career Hub, leads a round table discussion with biotech recruiters Daniela Sharma, PhD, and JingXin Liang, PhD. Together, they humanize networking and give actionable tips and tricks that you can use right away. We loved Ali…
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In this episode, we chat with Padma Kodukula, Chief Business Officer at A-Alpha Bio, a company that leverages synthetic biology and machine learning to measure, discover, predict, and engineer protein-protein interactions. Padma has guided life sciences companies to an aggregate $15B+ in capitalization, as well as numerous product launches and stra…
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Carina recently appeared on the Hopkins Biotech Podcast, where she and host Joseph Varriale discussed a range of topics related to biotech job searches, including layoffs, common myths, LinkedIn networking, and resume tips. It's a fun and informative conversation that offers valuable insights for early-career professionals and job seekers in the bi…
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In this episode of Building Biotechs: A Podcast by Recruitomics Consulting, we're joined by Brandon Chen, Chief Technology Officer at Finless Foods, and Michael Selden, CEO and Co-Founder at Finless Foods. Come with us as we explore how they will revolutionize seafood production with sustainable and ethical cell-cultured tuna. Learn about the chall…
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In part two of the interview workshop at UMass Medical School, Carina introduces interview exercises to help everyone get in the right mindset for interviewing. These exercises, inspired by the world of improv, aim to help individuals overcome the fear of selling themselves and improve their communication skills. Resources: the book "Yes And" and t…
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Roivant Pharma is reinventing the discovery, development, and commercialization of new medicines. Mayukh Sukhatme, M.D. was recently appointed to Roivant's board of directors and has served as Roivant’s President and Chief Investment Officer since January 2021. He is responsible for identifying, performing diligence on, devising development strateg…
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Welcome to Building Biotechs: A Podcast by Recruitomics Consulting! We offer a behind-the-scenes look into the strategy for launching and scaling successful biotech and life science companies. Our guest this week is Priya Baraniak, Chief Business Officer at OrganaBio, a biotechnology company specializing in cell and gene therapies for regenerative …
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In this episode, Carina and Alison answer some great questions from the community. How do you explain a career gap in a job interview? We explore the art of turning what may seem like a setback into a powerful part of your professional narrative. Whether you've taken time off for personal growth, family care, or to indulge your wanderlust, we've go…
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I recently had the absolute pleasure of virtually returning to my alma mater, Umass Medical School, to give an interview skills workshop. This episode is part one of two! Want to ace your interviews and land that dream job? Join me as we dive into interview mastery. I'll spill the beans on everything from crafting a compelling elevator pitch to nai…
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Looking for a job in biotech at the end of the year can feel frustrating and confusing, right? Should you be applying to jobs? What are the companies doing? Why are you not hearing back? This week, Carina and Alison team up to give you the strategies you need to end the year strong. While many people worry about a hiring freeze, we'll let you in on…
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It's almost here! We're translating our popular "Ask a Recruiter" community events into a podcast. The biotech community needs this podcast, and here it is! In this podcast we'll cover: Common questions from job seekers Tactics to excel in your career How to pursue or create a career you love Career paths and career explorations Biotech from the in…
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Today, we chat with Dr. Denis Drygin, Co-Founder at Pimera Therapeutics, a private clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing breakthrough therapeutics for cancer and other primary unmet medical needs. Topics we Discuss: Pimera Therapeutics' vision to bring new treatment options to patients with high unmet medical need” How therapeu…
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This week, we chatted with Balaji Vasudevan, Agrobioscience Chief Scientist at UM6P Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on supporting and investing in innovative startups, particularly those in sustainable development, digital transformation, biotechnology, and advanced materials. With over twenty years of experience in the AgTech and Agri-Foo…
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Dr. Ignacio Guerrero-Ros is an immunologist turned scientific communicator and biotech media innovator. Currently, he is an Assistant Vice President at Russo Partners, providing public and investor relations services to clients in the healthcare and technology industries. Originally from Spain, Ignacio earned his PhD in Immunology from Albert Einst…
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This week, we chatted with Lysa Miller, Founder and CEO of Ladybugz Interactive Agency, an agency helping to grow biotechs using the power of social media marketing, SEO, and content! She is also the Founder and President of MetroWest Women's Network. Topics we Discuss: What it’s like to work on the marketing side of a stealth company What makes a …
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This week, we chatted with Robert Buckley, Chief People Officer at Enveda Biosciences, a biotech using breakthroughs in machine learning, metabolomics, and robotics to index nature’s untapped chemical space for new drug discovery. Topics we Discuss: Why data isn’t the only answer in biotechs How to leverage data in the hiring process How to take fe…
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This week, we chatted with Lynn Walder, Founder & Principal of Executive Management Partners and Director of Partnerships and Programming at LabCentral. LabCentral is Cambridge, MA's premier network of shared laboratory spaces and scientific communities, designed to jumpstart the launch of promising early-stage life-sciences companies. Topics we Di…
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This week, we chatted with Eva Quinn, Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Higher EQ, a human resources consultancy with a strategic focus on developing biotech companies and providing innovative solutions with a genuine drive to take great care of people. Eva is often told that she is the heart of the company as she is very passionate about …
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This week, we chatted with Mike LaRhette, Chief Business Officer at LabCentral, a fantastic ecosystem of shared laboratory spaces and scientific communities, designed to jumpstart the launch of promising early-stage life-sciences companies. Topics we Discuss: How biotechs help save the human race The biggest obstacles when working with partners Jug…
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This week, we chatted with Joe Daccache and Carl Schoellhammer or DeciBio, a boutique strategy consulting firm focusing on the life science industry. Decibio's mission is to provide strategic insights that accelerate the development, adoption, and accessibility of personalized medicine. Carl is also the founder of SuonoBio, a startup biotechnology …
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Carina Clingman, Ph.D., is the Founder and CEO of Recruitomics Consulting, a niche talent acquisition and talent strategy firm specializing in biotech startups. She recently founded The Collaboratory Career Hub to help biotech job seekers find confidence and success in their job search. If you're exploring careers in biotech, join the free Collabor…
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This week, we chatted with David Cao, Founder of Target2Drug BioAdvisory, an advisory firm dedicated to helping small biotechs make smarter and faster business and commercial strategic decisions. Topics we Discuss: The difference between a biotech advisory and a consulting firm The joys of working with startups When to bring biotech advisors in How…
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This week we chatted with, Paul Miller founder of Lighthouse Biopharma Consulting. Topics we Discuss: Biotech Consulting Leadership and Communication Styles Decentralization of Biotech Hubs The Role of Continuous Learning in Biotech Technological Advances in Biotech Get Paul's favorite book! Mornings on Horseback Link In with Paul! Connect with us!…
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About this episode: David Dornan is the Chief Scientific Officer of Elevation Oncology, a clinical-stage biotech company developing targeted cancer therapeutics, with a focus on antibody drug conjugates. David brings to Elevation over two decades of industry and academic oncology drug discovery and development experience. His research spans multipl…
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