SCN – A Fireside Chat with Biotech: Demystifying Industry Recruitment and Careers
The Stem Cell Network (SCN) is excited to host the virtual event, “A Fireside Chat with Biotech: Demystifying Industry Recruitment and Careers”, which will bring together human resources and recruitment personnel from Canadian regenerative medicine biotech companies for an interactive and insightful conversation. This event will offer SCN trainees/Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP) the chance to hear from industry experts about the skillsets and attributes that recruiters value in new hires and how the recruitment process works. The session will also provide a deeper understanding of industry priorities, culture, and current trends in recruitment.
Event Date: March 13, 2025
Time: 12 PM ET
Location: Online
Speakers
Rob Coloney, Associate Director, Talent and Learning
Desiree Chan, Chief of Staff, Satellos
Amanda Fox, CPHR, Director, Talent, Aspect Biosystems
Christine Genge, Ph.D., Director, Talent, STEMCELL Technologies
Moderator: Amie Phinney, Ph.D., MBA, Vice President, Commercialization and Industry Engagement at Stem Cell Network
Learning objectives
- Understand Industry Recruitment:
Recognize the key priorities that companies focus on when hiring new employees.
Identify the current trends in recruitment.
Gain practical advice on how to approach job applications and interviews. - Gain Insight into Company Cultures and Missions:
Describe the mission and culture of different Canadian regenerative medicine biotech companies.
Understand what to expect when working in industry. - Navigate Career Paths:
Identify potential career paths and roles within the sector.
Who should attend?
Trainees/Highly Qualified Personnel (i.e., graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, research assistants or research associates) interested in pursuing an industry career in regenerative medicine.
Questions
For further information on this workshop or for application related enquiries, please contact trainingSCN@stemcellnetwork.ca.