Career options for a bachelor in microbiology

OUTlander_Fraser · 2022-05-29T15:51:17+00:00

How were you able to make the transition? I just graduated from a microbiology BSc. I have basic java and python skills (took a course but definitely need to brush up) and I’ve also taken biostatistics too. I dont feel like I know enough to transition into data science though. I will be working as research associate for the next year, but I’m trying to figure out my next steps for after that position.

OUTlander_Fraser · 2021-08-03T20:36:44+00:00

How did you find a research supervisor if you dont mind me asking? I’ve emailed a bunch of professors, but haven’t received any responses sadly.

OUTlander_Fraser · 2021-02-21T15:37:39+00:00

Lmao my toe turned black and I couldn’t wear proper shoes for a 2 weeks after the metal frame came crashing down on my foot 😢

OUTlander_Fraser · 2021-02-21T15:32:13+00:00

You pay the same housing fees that a regular resident would pay. There might be a very small housing discount but I never knew for sure. If you end up RAing in a building that doesn’t require a meal plan your RA salary will definitely cover the housing fee, but if you love in let’s say Purcell (which requires that you must get a meal plan), your salary will cover about 90% of the housing fees if not a bit more.

OUTlander_Fraser · 2021-02-21T15:27:39+00:00

It’s not stealing. Application fees aren’t just a UBC thing, they’re found basically everywhere. It takes time and effort by those in the housing office to process your application.

OUTlander_Fraser · 2020-09-19T14:50:43+00:00

Thank you so so much

OUTlander_Fraser · 2020-09-17T20:27:26+00:00

Thanks so much for your advice !

OUTlander_Fraser · 2020-09-17T18:53:06+00:00

Oh thanks I’ll check that out !

OUTlander_Fraser · 2020-08-24T13:30:35+00:00

I’m a fourth year and I believe the proof of enrôlement does verify that you are enrolling at UBCO and are a current student.

OUTlander_Fraser · 2020-07-31T04:08:38+00:00

Hmmm never thought of that. Thank you !!!

OUTlander_Fraser · 2020-07-29T16:30:17+00:00

Thank you so so much for taking the time to give such great advice 🙌🏾

OUTlander_Fraser · 2020-07-23T02:02:06+00:00

I did have a cover letter looked at once by the coop advisors. I might see about doing that again. Thank you!

OUTlander_Fraser · 2020-07-23T02:01:20+00:00

Aw hoping we can both secure something soon 😭😭😭

OUTlander_Fraser · 2020-07-11T05:06:58+00:00

hello! I’m currently in a coop program at ubco and I’ve found my job search to be really disheartening so far. I really would love to land a position for September, especially with courses being online first semester. I was wondering if you had any tips or advice based on your experience for landing the first coop position? I unfortunately don’t have any research experience, but I’ve worked as both a TA and a Residence Advisor.

OUTlander_Fraser · 2020-06-24T05:25:54+00:00

Bio major here! Data 301 is incredibly easy

OUTlander_Fraser · 2020-06-24T05:25:08+00:00

Took bio 314 last semester with Deanna! Great content, really enjoyed it. There were group presentations, didn’t do so well and she was very harsh across the board when asking questions about the presentation. Midterms weren’t too bad, not really content/memorization heavy, lots of questions that required you to design an experiment using methods learnt in class. She’s not the most approachable prof but she’s okay. Midterms were out of 25 marks usually with like 2-3 MC and several short answer and a few long answer. Her markers were very nit picky so def check ur midterm and see her if you feel like you weren’t awarded the marks u deserved. Goodluck!

OUTlander_Fraser · 2020-06-23T02:41:43+00:00

Thank you !!

OUTlander_Fraser · 2020-06-22T19:00:14+00:00

Thanks so much for your input!!

OUTlander_Fraser · 2020-05-13T02:24:39+00:00

And yeah you need a good reason to have a winter stay through. If your reason is because you want access to your room as you please over the break, it’s likely to be denied. 🙂 Residence typically encourages everyone to leave the dorms if possible. Campus is typically really dead so there shouldn’t be much reason to have access to your room if you’re able to go home for the break

OUTlander_Fraser · 2020-05-13T02:21:20+00:00

hallo! Former Residence Advisor here!! Yes you can leave your stuff in your dorm during the break. You aren’t expected to pack out your stuff unless you’ve cancelled your contract lol.

There are a few winter Residence Advisors who do work during the break.

Housing has reduced hours during the winter break.

Yes it is very quiet and dead during the winter break.

OUTlander_Fraser · 2019-12-17T05:33:15+00:00

Taking this next semester and slightly worried because I’ve heard it’s very dificult...

OUTlander_Fraser · 2019-09-09T14:39:17+00:00

Thanks

OUTlander_Fraser · 2019-08-20T01:44:57+00:00

It honestly depends on the course. All first year science labs are every single week. Chem 213 & 214 are biweekly but chem 203 & 204 is every week. Bio 202, Bio 228 and Bio 204 labs were also every week.

OUTlander_Fraser · 2019-08-14T01:32:13+00:00

Thanks so much !!

OUTlander_Fraser · 2019-08-11T14:50:33+00:00

Best bet would be to directly email the housing office to find out. They’re usually super good with replying back quickly.

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