Careers Resources

Careers Resources

Rhona Gibson

Rhona Gibson is our adviser for Biotechnology. Use the following resources to explore options with a degree in Biotechnology. If you would like further advice, please make an appointment with Rhona.

Biotechnology

What Do Graduates Do? (UK)

Find out what graduates in your subject went on to do after graduation. This survey is carried out nationally every year.

Prospects Profile: Biotechnologist

Detailed information on a specific job role from the Prospects website. Information is available on the activities of the role, salary, conditions, entry requirements, training, career development, typical employers/vacancy sources, case studies, contacts and resources.

Hot Start Summer Studentships - summer internships for UoA students between levels 3 and 4

Information on the placement options available for Medical Sciences students between level 3 and level 4.

How to succeed as a Scientist

This practical guide explains how you can develop the skills required to build a successful career in academia and beyond.

  • Author: Barbara J, Gabrys and Jane A. Langdale
  • Published: 2012

This book is available to borrow from the Sir Duncan Rice Library. Please check the library catalogue for details.

Nature Jobs

Science career information, tools and job search facility produced by Nature.

Royal Society of Biology jobs listing

Search for the latest Biology-related opportunities.

Equate Scotland - support for women finding jobs in STEM sectors

Organisation supporting the recruitment of women into STEM sectors. They offer training opportunities and a network for connecting with fellow students. There is also a listing of jobs and placements.

Case studies of Life Sciences graduates (Opportunity North East)

The link below will take you to a series of video case studies featuring Life Sciences graduates talking about their jobs and career paths.

Student report on the benefits of attending a Science and Careers event

A PhD student in Chemistry writes about her experience of attending a Science and Careers event.

BIA (BioIndustry Association) - sector jobs

Search for current opportunities in the biotech industry.

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