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revati
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Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India
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currently i am studying in 2nd yr biotechnology and bioinformatics in iit hydedrabad and i am confused about my career and dont want to get in core biology if there is any coding or mathematics or use of logic the i am interested but not intrested in core biology research i will mange any sector it or non id but i dont know the exact path?
so suggest me the path in ITand not IT part
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Margaret Lippincott
Scientist
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Morrisville, Pennsylvania
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Margaret’s Answer
You can still work with computers without doing IT. You can become a computational biologist and never do any benchwork: instead, you can do computer models of 3D structures of proteins, genomics (which includes DNA and RNA sequencing and using computers to analyze data), or you could avoid the research route altogether. You can work as a programmer who does machine learning, analyzes biological data, or a generic data engineer who works with software systems to make processes easier for scientists and business people. You can also focus on both coding and mathematics to become an engineer, and work with software like R and MatLab. There's a lot for you to explore and multiple career paths you can explore before choosing one.
Karthick Natarajan
Postdoctoral Researcher at NYU Langone Health
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New York, New York
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Karthick’s Answer
There are different paths you can take:
Path 1: Bio-Data Route (Tech Focus)
You tackle biological issues using coding and math skills.
What you can become: Computational Biologist, Clinical Data Scientist, or Machine Learning Engineer in Health AI.
What you do: Create algorithms to analyze trial data for companies like Novartis. Develop predictive models for drug discovery at startups like Recursion Pharma. Work on genomics projects at companies like Illumina.
Your advantage: You have a deeper understanding of data context than someone with just a computer science background.
Path 2: Quant Route (Finance Focus)
You apply your analytical skills to the financial markets.
What you can become: Quantitative Analyst, Biotech Equity Research Analyst, or Venture Capital Analyst.
What you do: Analyze complex biological datasets for hedge funds like D.E. Shaw. Write reports at Goldman Sachs to guide investors on biotech stocks. Work at a VC firm like a16z to find and support the next big biotech company.
Your advantage: You can spot details in clinical trial data that finance-only experts might miss.
Path 3: Strategist Route (Consulting/Product Focus)
You use logic to solve big business challenges for life sciences companies.
What you can become: Life Sciences Consultant, Healthcare Analytics Consultant, or Product Manager in Health Tech.
What you do: Advise companies like Pfizer on drug acquisitions while working at BCG or McKinsey. Develop product plans for new healthcare features at Google Health. Help hospitals improve operations using data.
Your advantage: You are fluent in both science and business, acting as the essential translator between the two.
Path 1: Bio-Data Route (Tech Focus)
You tackle biological issues using coding and math skills.
What you can become: Computational Biologist, Clinical Data Scientist, or Machine Learning Engineer in Health AI.
What you do: Create algorithms to analyze trial data for companies like Novartis. Develop predictive models for drug discovery at startups like Recursion Pharma. Work on genomics projects at companies like Illumina.
Your advantage: You have a deeper understanding of data context than someone with just a computer science background.
Path 2: Quant Route (Finance Focus)
You apply your analytical skills to the financial markets.
What you can become: Quantitative Analyst, Biotech Equity Research Analyst, or Venture Capital Analyst.
What you do: Analyze complex biological datasets for hedge funds like D.E. Shaw. Write reports at Goldman Sachs to guide investors on biotech stocks. Work at a VC firm like a16z to find and support the next big biotech company.
Your advantage: You can spot details in clinical trial data that finance-only experts might miss.
Path 3: Strategist Route (Consulting/Product Focus)
You use logic to solve big business challenges for life sciences companies.
What you can become: Life Sciences Consultant, Healthcare Analytics Consultant, or Product Manager in Health Tech.
What you do: Advise companies like Pfizer on drug acquisitions while working at BCG or McKinsey. Develop product plans for new healthcare features at Google Health. Help hospitals improve operations using data.
Your advantage: You are fluent in both science and business, acting as the essential translator between the two.
Sandeep Chenthamara
Talent Acquisition
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Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Sandeep’s Answer
To start a career in IT, focus on improving your coding skills and enroll in an IT-related course, such as Python, Data Engineering, or DevOps. Choose a course that interests you and offers strong job placement support. Consider working at a startup to gain diverse experience.
Alternatively, you can pursue a Product Manager program at IIMs or BITS to enter the IT field as a Product Manager.
For a non-IT career, consider an MBA. This can lead to roles in HR, Finance, Marketing, or as a Business Analyst.
Alternatively, you can pursue a Product Manager program at IIMs or BITS to enter the IT field as a Product Manager.
For a non-IT career, consider an MBA. This can lead to roles in HR, Finance, Marketing, or as a Business Analyst.
Michelle M.
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Michelle’s Answer
Hello, Revati !
You have invested a lot of time and money towards your degree for Biotechnology, but without first choosing a specific targeted career. Although it may be possible to use your degree in Biotechnology for IT (I assume you mean Information Technology)) work in Information Technology without coding, math or logic, the work you may be able to obtain would rely more on communication, project management, and problem solving. Do you have the skills for that and also, is that something that you have experience in and can do ?
It is always best to get a college degree that qualifies you and is targeted to a specific line of work. When you apply for Information Technology jobs, many other applicants will have their degree in Information Technology or Computer Science.
Some positions you can apply for would be technical writer, business analyst, project manager, system administrator, or user experience (UX) designer are common in IT and do not require writing code. How thorough is your Biotechnology Major preparing you for this type of work, you'll need to ask yourself. I do not understand your statement "I am interested but not interested in core biology research". It is my opinion that you are overthinking what to do and attempting to design a position that is meant only for you and it doesn't work that way. What will end up happening is maybe when you start reading employment notices none of the jobs will seem appealing to you. You have set too many rigid criteria for what you want in a particular field of work and can miss out on some good career opportunities that way.
No one can really tell you what careers would be good for you. I advise meeting with a professor or an academic advisor at your University and talking it out with them. They are the professionals and would know how to guide you. Also visit the Computer Science Department at your University because they could give you good insight for your prospects according to your country and the work available there. In the long run, you will have to choose your career.
If you really want to work in Information Technology and that is definite and you are sure, I suggest going for a Masters Degree in Computer Science. You may also need to know how to be a Manager at a company and manage staff that do computer work and you'd need to understand the scope of computer information and jargon in order to supervise an IT team. Please do not go for your Masters in Computer Science if you are not 100% sure that's what you want to do. I also do not understand why you said to suggest to you jobs in IT but not IT part. You will need stronger connections at college to learn about careers as well, you'll need to learn what specific careers require from workers, all job duties and skills that are needed. The company decides that, not the worker.
Best wishes in making some decisions for your future !
You have invested a lot of time and money towards your degree for Biotechnology, but without first choosing a specific targeted career. Although it may be possible to use your degree in Biotechnology for IT (I assume you mean Information Technology)) work in Information Technology without coding, math or logic, the work you may be able to obtain would rely more on communication, project management, and problem solving. Do you have the skills for that and also, is that something that you have experience in and can do ?
It is always best to get a college degree that qualifies you and is targeted to a specific line of work. When you apply for Information Technology jobs, many other applicants will have their degree in Information Technology or Computer Science.
Some positions you can apply for would be technical writer, business analyst, project manager, system administrator, or user experience (UX) designer are common in IT and do not require writing code. How thorough is your Biotechnology Major preparing you for this type of work, you'll need to ask yourself. I do not understand your statement "I am interested but not interested in core biology research". It is my opinion that you are overthinking what to do and attempting to design a position that is meant only for you and it doesn't work that way. What will end up happening is maybe when you start reading employment notices none of the jobs will seem appealing to you. You have set too many rigid criteria for what you want in a particular field of work and can miss out on some good career opportunities that way.
No one can really tell you what careers would be good for you. I advise meeting with a professor or an academic advisor at your University and talking it out with them. They are the professionals and would know how to guide you. Also visit the Computer Science Department at your University because they could give you good insight for your prospects according to your country and the work available there. In the long run, you will have to choose your career.
If you really want to work in Information Technology and that is definite and you are sure, I suggest going for a Masters Degree in Computer Science. You may also need to know how to be a Manager at a company and manage staff that do computer work and you'd need to understand the scope of computer information and jargon in order to supervise an IT team. Please do not go for your Masters in Computer Science if you are not 100% sure that's what you want to do. I also do not understand why you said to suggest to you jobs in IT but not IT part. You will need stronger connections at college to learn about careers as well, you'll need to learn what specific careers require from workers, all job duties and skills that are needed. The company decides that, not the worker.
Best wishes in making some decisions for your future !
Isabel Dominguez
Student
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Corning, California
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Isabel’s Answer
Hello Revati,
Since you enjoy coding, math, and solving logical problems more than core biology research, you might want to look into roles that focus on bioinformatics or technology. In the IT field, consider areas like data science, machine learning, AI, computational biology, or software development. Your background is a strong asset for health-tech and biotech startups. Learn programming languages like Python, R, and SQL, as well as data analytics. Outside of IT, you could look into product management, consulting, technical writing, or business analytics in biotech, pharma, or healthcare companies. Internships in projects that mix different fields can help you find what suits you best. Focus on building skills like coding, statistics, and problem-solving to be flexible in both tech and non-tech jobs.
Since you enjoy coding, math, and solving logical problems more than core biology research, you might want to look into roles that focus on bioinformatics or technology. In the IT field, consider areas like data science, machine learning, AI, computational biology, or software development. Your background is a strong asset for health-tech and biotech startups. Learn programming languages like Python, R, and SQL, as well as data analytics. Outside of IT, you could look into product management, consulting, technical writing, or business analytics in biotech, pharma, or healthcare companies. Internships in projects that mix different fields can help you find what suits you best. Focus on building skills like coding, statistics, and problem-solving to be flexible in both tech and non-tech jobs.
Mel Davis-Pickett
Consultant
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Everett, Washington
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Mel’s Answer
I think you should consider becoming a Data Scientist or Data Architect, as others have also suggested.