Many sectors, including the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, continue to be challenged by the current economy. With the current and ongoing trend of engaging contract laboratories for chemistry research and manufacturing, the unemployment rate among those engaged in life-sciences companies continues to be disproportionate to the national average. Through development of skills such as managing CRO activities, leveraging services for resources, networking and marketing, motivated contributors can create opportunities leading to the development of successful consulting practices.

Strategies for successful transition from full-time to project-based employment

248th National Meeting (2014)

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