Women In Bio - Seattle

Women In Bio - Seattle Executive Mentoring Program (eMAPS) is now accepting applications for 2025! Applications due 4/25. Learn about program objectives, expectations, and how to apply here: https://lnkd.in/guk-b-dQ Application form: https://lnkd.in/g3b99K23 Led by women executive mentors in Seattle, our 12-month program will help you to build knowledge and competencies to advance your career into executive leadership. We are thrilled to have Amy Funkhouser Watkins, PCC, SoYoung Kwon and Stacey Dillon as our executive mentors this year. Don't miss your chance to learn from these accomplished experts on how to recognize your success, manage more effectively and efficiently, and polish your execution, all while you network with other senior level life science professionals. #leadershipdevelopment #WomenInBio #WomenInSTEM #executivementoring

March 2025 Emerging Volunteer of Excellence- Jenny Waters The Women in Bio Seattle chapter is proud to recognize Jenny Waters as the Emerging Volunteer of Excellence! As a dedicated volunteer on our Programs Committee, Jenny played a key role in organizing an impactful academia-to-industry career panel. She not only planned the event but also served as the panel moderator, fostering an engaging discussion on career transitions and finding one’s place in the industry. The event was a tremendous success, a testament to Jenny’s hard work and commitment. Thank you, Jenny, for your outstanding efforts in creating a meaningful and insightful experience! #WIBSeattle #WomenInBio #LifeSciences #STEM

Industry Career Panel at Seattle University – Explore Your Future in Science & Pharma! The Women In Bio - Seattle and Seattle U Chemistry Club are hosting a Career Panel for Seattle University students When: May 2nd, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Where: Seattle University  RSVP (Seattle University students only): https://lnkd.in/gyvMGmh2 Are you curious about careers in industry? Wondering what it takes to land your first role or transition between different paths in science and pharma? Join us for an engaging Industry Career Panel featuring experts across biotech, pharma, and clinical research! Panelists: Joshua Odingo, PhD – VP of Chemistry, Inipharm Inc. Heidi Chapman, PhD – Program Officer Accelerator, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Victoria Chinnell 🇺🇦 – Associate Clinical Trial Manager, Omeros Corporation Julia Cochran – Senior Scientist, Immunome, Inc Moderators: Carla Talbaux – Senior Research Associate, Xaira Therapeutics Jillian Hesse – Undergraduate Student, Seattle University Discussion Topics Include: The most rewarding aspects of working in industry Career pivots & lessons learned Grad school decisions—why or why not? The key skills students should develop now What surprised them when they started their first job #CareerPanel #Biotech #Pharma #STEMCareers #SeattleUniversity

Next week! Come meet the Women In Bio - Seattle Chapter at Life Science Innovation Northwest 2025 (#LSINW2025)! 🎉 Excited to share that Yulia Ovechkina, PhD and Elena Sinclair 🎯will be at Booth #315 representing the Women In Bio Seattle Chapter! Stop by to say hello, connect, and learn more about the incredible work we're doing to support and empower women in the life sciences. We would love to connect with you there! 🤝 LSINW is the largest annual life science conference in the Pacific Northwest, bringing together the life sciences community to showcase groundbreaking advancements in the field. This year’s keynote will be delivered by Dr. David Baker, Nobel Laureate and Director of the Institute for Protein Design at the University of Washington. Dr. Baker’s pioneering work in protein design and machine learning has not only transformed medicine and sustainability, but also positioned Washington state as a global leader in life sciences. His lab has produced ten successful startups that are thriving in the Seattle area, contributing to the growth of the local life sciences ecosystem. Don’t miss the chance to hear from one of the most influential figures shaping the future of biotechnology! Register today: https://lnkd.in/dfjEUgcD A special thank you to Amanda Tran, Vice President of Membership Services, Life Science Washington, for her support in helping us participate at this exciting event. Interested in joining Women In Bio? Women In Bio - Seattle empowers women in the life sciences through leadership, mentorship, and community, uniting professionals from over 100 companies and institutions. You can learn more about our regular and student/postdoc WIB memberships and more here: https://lnkd.in/eSDv3Tsd #LifeScienceWashington #LifeScienceInnovationNW25

🚀 Celebrate the Women of Hidden Figures! Join Women In Bio - Seattle & Women In Tech Regatta for an inspiring evening honoring the legacy of four trailblazing women who changed space exploration — and opened doors in STEM, biotech & life sciences. 🔬 Discover the stories of Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson & Christine Darden. 🪞 Find your inner Hidden Figure through guided reflection & connection. 🌟 Leave empowered with your own action plan for success. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gYU44WXV Let’s break barriers — together. 💫 #WomenInSTEM #HiddenFigures #WomenInBio #WITRegatta #STEMinspiration

🚀 Are you passionate about empowering women in the life sciences? Do you want to make a lasting impact on our vibrant biotech and healthcare community? Women In Bio - Seattle is looking for its next Vice Chair, and this could be YOU! Join Women In Bio Seattle Leadership! The Women In Bio Seattle Chapter is now accepting applications for the  Chapter Vice Chair position. Applications are due May 19th. Application form: https://lnkd.in/gr6JkdZz Seattle Chapter Vice Chair role description: https://lnkd.in/g-CRv3qN As the Seattle Chapter Vice Chair, you'll work alongside a team of dedicated leaders to drive WIB’s mission, foster meaningful connections, and support women at all career stages. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your leadership skills, expand your network, and shape the future of our local chapter. Let’s continue building an inclusive and thriving life sciences community together!

Last night, Women In Bio - Seattle gathered with the Seattle biotech community for a powerful evening of honest conversation, connection, and change-making. Our incredible panel — featuring leaders from Talus Bioscience, Lassen Therapeutics, Deloitte, the Allen Institute, and Mirador Therapeutics — dove into the realities of inclusion in life sciences today, exploring how we can create workplaces that truly reflect belonging. 💬 We made space for the tough conversations. 💡 We tackled the current state of our industry. 🤝 We built meaningful connections that carry forward. Thank you to everyone who showed up with openness, curiosity, and commitment. The future of biotech in Seattle is brighter when we build it together.

A big thank you to UW BioEngage students for partnering with Women In Bio - Seattle to co-host the "AI in Biotechnology" panel! It was an incredible opportunity to bring together students, postdocs, and industry professionals for a thoughtful conversation on how AI is reshaping the biotech landscape. Event Highlights: Panel Discussion: Moderated by Duru Tasman, a Bioengineering Ph.D. student at UW Seattle, the panel featured distinguished experts: Nermeeta Dhillon, ML/AI Scientist at Wayfinder Biosciences Jag Singh, Software Engineer at Arzeda William Fondrie, Head of Data Science and Engineering at Talus Bio Dean Pettit, UW Bioengineering Lecturer & Co-Founder of Just Biotherapeutics Key Takeaways: AI in Drug Discovery: Panelists discussed how AI accelerates drug discovery by analyzing complex biological data, leading to more efficient identification of potential therapeutic compounds. Ethical Implications: The conversation addressed the importance of ethical considerations in AI applications, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in biotech innovations. Automation & Job Displacement: Experts explored the balance between automation benefits and potential job displacement, highlighting the necessity for workforce upskilling in the biotech industry. Bias in AI Models: Discussions included strategies to identify and mitigate biases in AI algorithms to ensure fair and accurate outcomes in biotech applications. We can’t wait to see how these insights continue to spark innovation and collaboration!

🚴♀️ Join the Women In Bio - Seattle Obliteride Team! 🚴♂️ On Saturday, August 9, 2025, Fred Hutch will host its annual Obliteride - a bike ride, 5K run/walk, and a powerful fundraiser for cancer research. We’d love for you to be part of our team! 👉 Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gk5SGi4Z 📍 WHEN: Saturday, August 9, 2025 📍 WHERE: Start at the University of Washington, finish at Gas Works Park 📍 WHO: Open to all ages! 💲 REGISTRATION: $75 (Register by April 30th for 50% off!) 💰 FUNDRAISING MINIMUM: $250+ Since 2013, Obliteride has rallied thousands of people to raise over $50 million for cancer prevention, detection, treatment, and cures. Every dollar fuels groundbreaking research and accelerates progress from the lab to the clinic. WIB is a welcoming and inclusive community that invites everyone to join and participate, regardless of gender, age, or industry! 📩 Questions? Contact our team captain, Lindsay K., or email seattle@womeninbio.org

🚴♀️ Join the Women In Bio - Seattle Obliteride Team! 🚴♂️ On Saturday, August 9, 2025, Fred Hutch will host its annual Obliteride—a bike ride, 5K run/walk, and a powerful fundraiser for cancer research. We’d love for you to be part of our team! 👉 Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gk5SGi4Z 📍 WHEN: Saturday, August 9, 2025 📍 WHERE: Start at the University of Washington, finish at Gas Works Park 📍 WHO: Open to all ages! 💲 REGISTRATION: $75 (Register by April 30th for 50% off!) 💰 FUNDRAISING MINIMUM: $250+ Since 2013, Obliteride has rallied thousands of people to raise over $50 million for cancer prevention, detection, treatment, and cures. Every dollar fuels groundbreaking research and accelerates progress from the lab to the clinic. We’re also proud to celebrate Fred Hutch’s continued sponsorship of Women In Bio - Seattle! Since 2019, Fred Hutch has provided invaluable support, research opportunities, and career pathways for women in the life sciences. 💜 Thank you, Fred Hutch, for your ongoing commitment to WIB-Seattle and to advancing cancer research! 📩 Questions? Contact our team captain, Lindsay Klouser, or email seattle@womeninbio.org #Obliteride #WomenInBio #FredHutch #CancerResearch #WIBSeattle #CommunityImpact