In Vivo Technical Specialis Review

Preparing for scientific projects, performing wet work for projects, such as animal regulated procedures, managing data and preparing data for clients

Learning statistics which is useful for my role, learning how to manage projects (including as a team), learning how to troubleshoot, learning additional information on other aspects of the drug discovery process and how I can integrate this into my role

Programme is great, however as an in vivo technician (as opposed to technicians who specialize more with in vitro work) a lot of the content is very new for me so difficult to grasp

Company is very good at being organized and structure with the programme

Employer is very good at supporting me with helping manage tasks and ways to improve my skills via the programme

Academic tutor is great, University of Kent can be a bit difficult to get any important information from and often late replies however they are lovely and supportive people, but seem unorganised at times

Allows me to help understand the drug discovery process better, however I wish there was more in vivo material. The programme is heavily in vitro material but helps me understand work prior and after animal in vivo studies

Yes, a lot of extra-curricular activities are available

Yes

Good work ethic

Be prepared to learn a lot of new skills and be comfortable leaving your comfort zone