Are you a woman interested in pursuing a career in science? Or maybe you're already in the field and looking to advance into leadership? In this episode of More Precious Than Rubies, I sit down with my friend Christy, a supervisor of formulations manufacturing at Thermo Fisher Scientific, to discuss her journey from college student to scientific leader.She shares candid insights about breaking into biotech without experience, balancing work and family life, and the importance of mentorship for women in STEM. As a working mom, musician, and leader in her field, Christy proves that you don't have to be cutthroat to be successful - you just need passion, dedication, and the courage to voice your career goals. Join us for this inspiring conversation about women in science, work-life balance, and the power of pursuing your passions.Contact Christy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richeychristy/00:00 A lasting friendship and a musical bond07:43 Working with antibodies09:38 Music is a great emotional reset16:37 Choosing an instrument20:32 How music can improve mental health23:56 Few female science friends; hopeful for change25:12 Biotech roles don't always need science degrees30:45 Synthetic horseshoe crab blood testing33:20 What inspires and motivates Christy?35:41 Balancing work, family responsibilities is challenging40:30 Women increasing in STEM roles43:35 Honesty helps career advancement and personal reflection44:52 How to plan and pursue your desired career advancementsRead more about the study mentioned in today's episode: https://ncses.nsf.gov/pubs/nsb20245/representation-of-demographic-groups-in-stem#:~:text=Among%20STEM%20workers%2C%20more%20men,found%20in%20Table%20SLBR%2D9.Sign up for the MPTR Newsletter: https://www.aquirozmedia.com/coming-soon-02Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mptrpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aquirozmedia
