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Students Gain Insight at Industry and Career Exploration Panel and Networking Session

vinish — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:12:43 +0000

At the latest Industry and Career Exploration Panel and Networking Session, students heard directly from industry professionals working in vaccine production and biotech, not just about the roles themselves, but how to actually get there after completing their Microcredential or graduate training.

The panel led practical conversations around hiring trends, in demand skills, and what employers are really looking for right now. And during the post panel networking session, students continued those conversations one on one and started building connections with industry experts.

Thank you to our speakers and partners for sharing your time and insights:

Cynthia Elias ()
Naval Gandhi (QA Consultant)
Anthony Amin ()
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And thank you to the and Co-op & Career Centre who helped bring this event together:

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Looking forward to more opportunities like this.

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Unique master’s program opens doors to biotechnology careers

qings — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:07:31 +0000

When Ida Fazeli graduated with a bachelor of science in molecular biology, she weighed a decision many students face: whether to continue studies in science, pursue a business degree or enter the workforce and gain the industry experience she craved. �첥��Ƶ’s Master of Biotechnology Management (MBM) program provided an answer. One of a kind in Canada, the program offers students training in biotechnology theory and practice, a diploma in business management and two to three terms of paid internship experience. The double credential offered at York’s Markham Campus allowed Fazeli to maximize career options by adding business to her STEM background.

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Biotech Employers Engaged with Emerging Biotech Talent

vinish — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:48:00 +0000

Last week, our campus brought biotech employers together with students from the Master of Biotechnology Management (MBM), the Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology, and the Micro credential in Vaccine Production and Quality Assurance to share real world hiring perspectives and build connections.

Employers spoke candidly about what they look for in early career hires, the skills that help new graduates get up to speed quickly, and how internships connect to real projects across biotech and life sciences.

A heartfelt thank you to all the panelists who joined and shared their journeys: (Compound Creations), (), (), (), and ( Research Institute).

If you are hiring or planning ahead, preview the 2026 MBM Résumé Book (.pdf) and meet internship ready candidates.

Faculty members and , along with the Co op & Career Centre team, helped bring students and employers together for this session.

Heather Grebler, , , , .

LinkedIn post by �첥��Ƶ Markham Campus.

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Capstone Poster Event Showcases Industry‑Engaged Biotech Learning

vinish — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 16:30:00 +0000

Last week, our Master of Biotechnology Management and Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology Capstone Poster Event showed what’s possible when biotech leaders and graduate students collaborate — offering a glimpse into the future of learning: hands-on, connected, and driven by real-world challenges. Partners from more than 10 leading biotech organizations participated in a poster showcase and evaluations, providing actionable feedback and insights that bridged classroom innovation with industry expertise.

Thanks to for funding support that makes these experiences possible. And a huge shout-out to the amazing organizations already leading the way:

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Special shout-out to our partners at — which has hired several of our Biotech students in the past year — for providing your expertise and evaluating every poster at the event.

Partnerships like these help shape employer-ready talent and spark innovation across the biotech sector. If you’re a biotech organization looking to:

Collaborate on applied research
Share expertise through mentorship and guest lectures
Recruit skilled talent through experiential learning
Build visibility in York Region’s growing innovation hub

We’d love to connect. Let’s build the future of biotech together.

LinkedIn post by �첥��Ƶ Markham Campus.

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YorkU Biotech Students Welcome AppArmor Founders for an Energizing Guest Lecture

vinish — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 14:27:50 +0000

The founders of AppArmor, and , truly electrified our Graduate Biotechnology Classroom at with their genuine energy, remarkable success story, and generosity in sharing their insights. One of my many favorite takeaways: “Success is when preparation meets opportunity.” A perfect reminder for all of us in biotechnology; students, faculty, and industry alike. We’re also grateful for their generosity in gifting our students hard copies of their book. Thank you, Chris and David, for an inspiring and energizing session!