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Finding Your North is a collection of key insights for students pursuing science and medicine that have been historically unspoken. The authors of this book know your struggle well. They are the mentors you always hoped for but never found. They'll help you find your way to true North-which may be a traditional career in medicine or science or an exciting alternative career that requires a strong scientific foundation.



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VIRTUAL MENTOR
Learn the Ins and Outs of Business Development at a Major Biotech Company
Michael Crowley, PhD, MBA, Senior Manager,

Business Development, Genentech, Inc.

VIRTUAL MENTOR
Transitioning from a Scientist to Corporate Development: Do you need an MBA?

Alex Virgilio, PhD, MBA, Associate Director, Corporate Development, Amgen Inc.

MONTHLY MOMENT
Leveraging Finding Your North to Excel in a MPA Program

by Tasha Henneman, MPA

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Interested in a Career in Public Health?
Tiffany Simpson, MHSA

 


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Organic chemistry pushing you to the limit?  Don’t think you will get into medical school?  Having a hard time with your Ph.D. advisor?  Getting frustrated trying to transition into the biotech/pharmaceutical industry?  Join the FYN community—it will support you. Post a topic today or share your perspective on existing topics! 
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Our Virtual Mentoring Center (VMC) will provide you with access, to advice from accomplished mentors who want you to succeed. Hear the personal stories of prominent scientists, physicians, and business professionals. Don’t see a person you’d like to hear from, send us an email request. Our various communities are designed to help you, no matter where you are in the academic or professional pipeline.  In addition, our selected articles and column will provide thought provoking commentary on science, medicine, and society.