
Events in the North West this autumn!
If you’re looking to get inspired and learn more about how endeavours at the interface of research and entrepreneurship are accelerating innovation near you, don’t miss your chance to connect with like-minded people over a canapé or two at any of these events happening in the North West this autumn. It's never too late (or too chilly out) to keep up with how local leaders are doing their bit to change the world - and even network your way into getting involved. And don't forg

Join NBI This Year!
NBI Manchester is looking for the next group of exceptional leaders that will take on the challenge of enriching the culture of entrepreneurship in the North West. By getting involved, students gain wider experience in leadership and project management, collaborate with like-minded peers and have an impact on the academic community. As a member of the NBI Executive Committee, you will bring young researchers and local biotech professionals together to realise the next big bre

In Case You Missed It: Northern Biotech Consulting Case Competition 2017
Figure 1: Opening of the event by Mélissa Vincent, Chair of the North West Biotech Initiative On the grey Saturday 10th of June 2017, excited students gathered in their masses at the University of Manchester where the third edition of the Northern Biotech Consulting Case Competition took place. This event brought together business professionals and PhD students from all over the North West for a full day of intense competition, out-of-the-box problem solving and professional

Future Consultants - Arise!
The consulting industry is an incredibly varied and fast-paced field with specialities ranging from strategy to finance, engineering, human resources, environmental, digital and corporate advisory companies. By definition, consulting is defined as “the practice of providing a third party with expertise on a matter in exchange for a fee.” These services could either be advisory or implemented with the ultimate aim of supporting companies in becoming more sustainable in the fut

Get Inspired at "Bridges to Consulting"
Please don’t forget to register to attend NBI’s Northern Biotech Consulting Case Competition launch event titled, “Bridges to Consulting.” This event is the official preamble to the summer competition and will provide a gentle introduction to what consulting as a career may look like, the types of challenges consultants are faced with, and some strategies on how to solve real-world case studies. NBI has invited a series of consultants with a diverse range of experience to sp

“I’ve completed my PhD… now what?”
It’s no secret that postgraduate students are currently faced with the reality of an academic job market that is becoming progressively saturated with more graduates than even fixed-term (let alone permanent) opportunities. However, a lab-based profession is not the only career path that scientists can thrive in. As a result, postdoctoral scientists are increasingly eager to find professional growth coupled with societal impact outside of academia. By carrying out their own p