The PhD to biotech series: Understanding the biotech landscape and where you fit
In the second article of the series, Matteo Tardelli describes the different types of organisations looking to hire you
For scientists considering a move beyond academia, ‘biotech’ often appears as a single, attractive alternative. It is spoken about as a space where science meets real-world impact, where discoveries become products and patients see tangible benefit. Yet, much like ‘industry’ more broadly, biotech is not one homogeneous destination. It is a complex ecosystem made up of very different organisations, each valuing scientific skills in distinct ways.