How Identity Has Influenced A Clinical Research Associate's Career At A Public Biotech Company
Kimberly's undergraduate experience, majoring in psychology while working in a research lab and at a food bank, taught the importance of balancing competing priorities. This skill in managing multiple responsibilities, "staying busy and ... staying balanced," directly translated to success in their current role as a Clinical Research Associate at a public biotech company.
Prioritization, Time Management, Work-Life Balance, Stress Management, Resilience
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Kimberly Sern
Clinical Research Associate
Public Biotech Company
University of California, Santa Barbara
UCLA Anderson FTMBA 2024
Biology & Related Sciences
Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical
Research and Development (R&D)
Video Highlights
1. Prioritize and balance competing commitments (studies, extracurriculars, work) to develop strong time management and organizational skills.
2. Gain practical experience through undergraduate research or relevant part-time jobs to build a foundation for your future career.
3. Avoid burnout by maintaining a healthy work-life balance; this skill is transferable to the professional world.
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad? How did it set you up for success in your career?
As an undergraduate, I worked hard on balancing my competing priorities. These included studying for school, with psychology as my major, working in an undergraduate research lab, and volunteering at the university food bank.
By staying so busy and really being able to balance these priorities, I think it helped me translate these skills into the work environment. Not only could I get things done, but I was also able to stay balanced and avoid burning myself out in the long run.