Agata Rumianek
Senior Cardiovascular Scientist at CardiaTec BiosciencesThe work I do now is truly multidisciplinary.
The work I do now is truly multidisciplinary.
The breadth of science that goes into drug development is so great that there is even a place for my niche scientific skill set!
I most enjoy the feeling of being a competent, trusted, and an empowered member of my team; capable and effectual in helping us to achieve the goals that we set.
A Ph.D. is about much more than demonstrating problem solving and analytical abilities. Learning to collaborate and communicate effectively with others is a key aspect of research, both in academia and the workplace.
During my DPhil I learned the importance of teamwork to obtain the desired outcome in the most efficient time. As all staff working for a company have one common goal that is to deliver a medicine that will improve the lives of patients, I felt teamwork would be even more valuable to a company.
It is great to be part of something where the progress is really tangible and your contributions really do seem to make a difference. I most enjoy the sense of reward when we overcome a difficult problem or successfully bring together technologies we’ve developed.
Try to focus, or at least keep yourself up to date with the problems that industry is trying to solve.
My research training set me up to never lose my scientific curiosity.