Why ScienceInform?
 

The professional development challenge

Dealing with the changes and complexities of the modern professional world demands high levels of emotional and intellectual skill. The non-specialist associated with the life sciences will find the technicalities of their work environment particularly challenging. Even highly qualified scientists may also feel out of their depth in a new technical area that requires exposure of many months or years to be fully understood. Furthermore, they are good at doing science, but not necessarily at communicating the results of their researches. All of these issues can adversely affect organisational efficiency and professional development of staff.

How ScienceInform can help

ScienceInform was established to help professionals overcome these challenges in a way that is both informative and enjoyable. Our specialist pharmaceutical and biotechnology training courses are based on years of practical experience in scientific research, teaching, coaching and professional development training. This powerful combination of skills ensures that we can convey our state-of-the-art scientific knowledge in an effective way, while taking into account the client's level of expertise. Our scientific and communication skills expertise is applied in our "Presentation Skills for Scientists" course which have been delivered to different units within the UK Medical Research Council among other clients.

Key features

• Trainers are not just experienced in business; they have years of experience as practising scientists in academia and industry and can apply their knowledge to creating and delivering courses
  
  
• All the essential information is contained in a one-day course (other pharmaceutical industry courses often take up to 3-4 days of valuable work time)
  
  
• Information and skills are acquired in an informal and friendly environment
  
  
• Jargon is explained and questions encouraged from delegates with all levels of background knowledge
  
  
• Feedback from previous candidates is used to improve the courses
  
  

Courses for groups or one-to-one coaching?

Our public courses on the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries are held several times a year in the attractive setting of Emmanuel College, Cambridge. We also provide in-house professional development training courses that can be adapted to the client's requirements.

One-to-one coaching is also a cost-effective option and is highly effective in dealing with the professional development needs of senior personnel.

Whatever the course, ScienceInform pays great attention to detail and responds to feedback from training managers and delegates to ensure that clients receive maximum professional benefit and value for money.