On Tuesday the 9th
of October we got a lecture from Dr. Rory E. Goodbody (PHD). He works with
Astellas Pharma Co. LTD. He is a medical scientific liaison. He was telling us
how he got his job and what you can do in the science industry.
‘’Pharmaceutical companies make the drugs
that improve the duration and quality of life on a daily basis.’’. Dr. Goodbody
told us how drugs and vaccinations decreased the number of cases in diseases
such as measles. Before the vaccination came in place (in 1985) there were
99,903 cases of measles. Two years later there were only 201 cases.
Dr. Goodbody told us about the various jobs
within the science industry:
o You could stay in college, gain a PHD and then become a professor.
o You could become a consultant.
o You could work in research and developments.
o You could work in the supply chain of the drugs (transport ect.)
Dr. Goodbody then gave us top tips of
getting to work in these areas:
o University is not just about your course so join
societies.
o Never stop learning so read regularly.
o Make yourself interesting on your CV.
o Plan ahead for the future.
o Work smarter, not harder.
Overall I thought the lecture was good but
as I am not interested in a job in the science industry I was not really
affected by it. I think the lecture would have been really interesting and
useful for anyone who wants a career in any of the sciences.
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