Fall 2023 Professional Development Series
Department of Statistics and Data Science 2023-2024 Professional Development Series - Fall 2023
Professional Development Series talks are intended for undergraduate students, MS graduate students, and PhD graduate students but are open to Northwestern faculty and staff as well.
The Biotech and Pharma Job Market for Statisticians: What You Need to Know
Friday, October 6, 2023
Talk Time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Networking Reception: 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Ruan Conference Room – lower level (Chambers Hall 600 Foster Street)
Registration required - register here
Speaker: Kelvin Shi, VP and Head of Biometrics, Kymera Therapeutics (Northwestern 2002, MS in Statistics, and 2010, PhD in Statistics)
This talk will provide insights to graduate students in statistics seeking careers in biotech and the pharmaceutical industry. It will cover foundational steps such as academic and skill development, effective resume crafting, networking strategies, and finding internships. The talk will also delve into job application and interview techniques, emphasizing the importance of standing out in the hiring process through your online presence. To conclude, the talk will offer motivation and encouragement, equipping students with essential knowledge to launch their careers in biotech and pharmaceuticals.
Dr. Kelvin Shi is a seasoned biometrics team leader with deep expertise in clinical development and global regulatory approvals across a wide range of therapeutic areas and medicinal modalities. He has a proven track record of success in leading biometrics teams at biotech/pharmaceutical organizations of all sizes and stages, achieving milestones such as Phase 3 study delivery, regulatory approvals, and cost-reduction initiatives. Dr. Shi holds a Master of Science and a Doctor of Philosophy in Statistics from Northwestern University.
Co-sponsored by the Waldron Student-Alumni Connections Program
https://planitpurple.northwestern.edu/event/605114
How to Prepare for a Career as an Industrial Statistician
Friday, October 20, 2023
Talk Time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Networking Reception: 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Ruan Conference Room – lower level (Chambers Hall 600 Foster Street)
Registration required - register here
Speaker: Shuguang Huang, Chief Scientific Officer, Stat4ward (Northwestern 2001, PhD in Statistics)
This talk will start with a brief introduction of Dr. Huang’s career experience, followed by a few topics that can be helpful in preparing for a career as an industrial statistician. These topics will include: the important attributes of an industrial statistician, the ways in which students can prepare while in school, tips for resume writing, and how to successfully interview.
Dr. Shuguang Huang has 20 years of experience working in pharmaceutical and diagnostic companies. He had assumed technical and management positions at Eli Lilly, Wyeth, and Pfizer. His most recent position was Associate VP, department head of Biostatistics at Helomics, a cancer diagnostic company. In 2014, he co-founded and assumed the Chief Scientific Officer position for the statistics consulting company Stat4ward.