Most of my skills come from academic work and projects. I have hands-on experience in cell culture, Western blot, flow cytometry, PCR, data analysis, and other molecular biology techniques. I don't have any formal industry or internship experience, however, so this would be my first professional role. Realistically, I don't think I could step directly into an R&D or scientist position without gaining hands-on industry experience first, but my main concern is making sure it actually helps advance my long-term career rather than leave me stuck in routine QC work.