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What’s Inside: Sorrento Valley Coaster Shuttle Service Continues; Source Top Talent Through Our New Career Hub; High-Density Housing Proposal for University City; Exhibit at Our Life Science Career Fair on May 21; Pitch to International Investors at #BIO2024; and more.
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See below for some of the latest news, trends, and resources surrounding the San Diego life science industry. As always, if you have company news or information you’d like included, please get in touch. |
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Welcome New San Diego Members
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Sorrento Valley Coaster Shuttle Service to Continue
On April 18, the North County Transit District (NCTD) Board of Directors unanimously approved continuing shuttle service from the Sorrento Valley Coaster station to area employers, and to UTC and Mira Mesa. Biocom California was present to speak in support of the item, and NCTD praised our advocacy efforts around this issue. This is an important transit win for life science employees and helps all stakeholders reach their climate goals.
Henry Foster III Sworn in as District 4 City Councilmember
Henry Foster III was sworn in as San Diego City Council’s ninth member, representing District 4 in Southeast San Diego. Foster said he plans to continue the work former Councilmember Monica Montgomery Steppe started: affordable housing, economic development, and “livable and safe neighborhoods.”
University Community Plan Seeks to Increase High-Density Housing
Continuing the conversation around the University Community Plan from our last edition, the latest draft update is proposing more high-density housing in University City in an effort to shorten commute distances for the tens of thousands of people who work but don’t live in the neighborhood. This aligns with Biocom California’s support for more middle-income housing for the life science workforce in the area and with the city’s climate goals.
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Apply Now to Pitch to Investors from Around the World
Our first official Venture Hub Showcase event will take place at BIO 2024 in San Diego on June 3. This is a unique opportunity to pitch your company in front of domestic and international investors. Selected presenters will receive a detailed fundability report from evaluators during the convention. If you are interested, review the criteria and apply here by May 10.
Limited Availability to Join BIO KOREA Delegation
Join Biocom California and a delegation of fellow industry leaders at the BIO KOREA Conference in May. The experience includes a week of impactful meetings, insightful panel discussions, and exclusive networking opportunities with Korean VCs, government officials, and industry executives. Over half of the delegation is full: register now before the remaining spaces fill up.
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Introducing the Biocom California Institute Career Hub on May 2
Biocom California Institute is thrilled to invite you to our virtual event on May 2, where we’ll introduce the highly anticipated Biocom California Institute Career Hub. Discover firsthand how this cutting-edge platform will revolutionize your recruitment efforts within the life science sector. From automated job postings to an extensive talent network and personalized talent acquisition services, we’re eager to showcase how the Career Hub will elevate your company’s visibility and connect you with top-tier talent. Register now to secure your spot.
Shape the Future of the Life Science: Volunteer for Mock Interviews
Interested in helping someone advance in their career journey? Biocom California Institute is looking for volunteers to participate in mock interviews on May 8 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Interviewers will provide valuable feedback to help fellows refine their skills and gain confidence. We welcome professionals from all departments, seasoned hiring managers and interview experts to join us. This is your opportunity to empower the next generation of talent in our life science community. To sign up, click here.
Recruit Top Talent at Our Life Science Career Fair in San Diego
Biocom California Institute is hosting the Annual Career Fair in San Diego on May 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Alexandria Torrey Pines. Biocom California members are invited to participate by exhibiting at no cost. This exclusive event offers a unique opportunity to recruit from San Diego’s emerging life science workforce, including military veterans, first-generation college graduates and underrepresented communities within the life science sector. Engage with talent and gain a competitive edge. Reserve a table here by May 15. For more information, contact Paulina Fonville.
Inspire the Next Generation of Female STEAM Leaders
Back by popular demand, Generation STEAM’s Girls Who Lead Summer Externship is a week-long program for underrepresented high school girls to tour local science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) companies and participate in career exposure workshops. From July 29 to August 9, two cohorts of students will visit up to 10 companies. Each visit includes a tour of the company/campus, panel discussions and hands-on activities. Biocom California member companies have the opportunity now through May 10 to partner with us exclusively before we open it up to the general public. Historically, this week fills up quickly—if you’re interested in getting involved contact Annie Warner.
Biocom California Members Applaud High School Interns
On April 24, professionals representing Biocom California’s member community celebrated Generation STEAM’s year-round high school internship program. These internships are a component of Life Science Innov8Ed, a program offering in-classroom learning to Title 1 high schools in San Diego County. This year, 287 students participated in a biomanufacturing program where they gained hands-on experience and collectively produced lab kits. These kits were distributed to local schools and are currently being used by a total of 10,000 students. Thank you to our celebration speakers from Seawolf Therapeutics, REVA Medical, Hologic, Genentech and Thermo Fisher Scientific. Thank you to our members that make this program possible: Illumina Corporate Foundation, Corning, Element Biosciences, Fisher Scientific, Hologic, Lineage Cell Therapeutics and Poseida Therapeutics.
Illumina Genomic Discoveries (IGD) Certified Educator Level 1 Training
Join Generation STEAM for the Illumina Genomic Discoveries (IGD) Certified Educator Level 1 training webinar on April 29 at 4 p.m. This session will introduce educators to genomics, sequencing by synthesis and Illumina’s Next Generation Sequencing technology. Attendees will receive guidance on curriculum integration, information on standards alignment, and technical training for the Illumina Virtual Lab software and accompanying curriculum. Additionally, webinar attendees will gain early access to various educator and student opportunities with Illumina and Generation STEAM, as well as the chance to collaborate and partner with a private Professional Learning Community. Register here to attend.
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Portfolio Update
PR Newswire, as part of the Cision network, is the industry’s leading press release distribution platform. Formerly known as Cision in the Biocom California Purchasing Group supplier portfolio, we have updated all mentions to PR Newswire in order to best reflect the value available to our members. Existing contracts are not affected; get in touch with your business development representative to learn more about the 17% or more discounts on domestic newslines with no term commitment.
Watch Haworth’s Webinar on Insights to a Circular Future
In partnership with Cultura, Haworth recently held a webinar discussion with expert panelists to discuss the impact circular design has made on their work and how it influences the workplace. Learn how circular thinking facilitates design opportunities for organizations and their employees and how to prioritize circular design to drive more sustainable practices in the workplace. Learn more.
Get Exclusive Access to Competitive Benchmark Data
Hosted by Marsh McLennan Agency and Mercer, Biocom California members are able to access competitive compensation and benefits intel for the life science industry in your region, tailored to your company size, through the 2024 Life Sciences Total Rewards Survey. Don’t wait—participation is only open through May 13, 2024. Participate in the survey here. Questions? Contact Mercer’s team at [email protected].
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Biocom California | San Diego
Biocom California is the largest, most experienced leader and advocate for California’s life science sector. Our San Diego office aims to build the networks that are critical to growth in this thriving regional ecosystem. Our targeted programs and customized services are tailored to the specific needs of the greater San Diego region. We work on behalf of more than {{{dynamic_content_1600}}} members to drive public policy, build an enviable network of industry leaders, create access to capital, introduce cutting-edge STEM education programs, and create robust value-driven purchasing programs.
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