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BIS Level 1 Application

Thank you for your interest in the BioInnovation Scientist (BIS) Training Program.

The adMare Academy is now accepting applications for BIS – LEVEL I.

Before applying, please review the full BIS Program page for deeper insight into the diverse learning and development opportunities and requirements.

To apply, please complete the form below, and our team will thoughtfully review your application, and notify you with a decision within a week from the date of application.

𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡: Contact Information

We would like to know how to contact you.

1. Last name (legal name, as per birth certificate) *

2. First name (legal name, as per birth certificate) *

3. Preferred first name or nickname

How would you like adMare to address you?

4. Email *

Email is our preferred way of communicating with individual BIS students. Please add an email address to which you have regular access.

5. Phone Number *

In the unlikely event we would need to reach you, via phone, kindly provide a number.

6. If you have a LinkedIn profile, please copy and paste the URL

This question is optional. Your answer (or lack of an answer) will not disqualify you from enrolling in BIS.

7. Which of these categories describes you? *

You are a Canadian citizen
You are a permanent resident of Canada
You are currently on a Canadian work VISA
You are currently on a Canadian student VISA
None of the above

Several of adMare's training programs are funded by the Federal government. As such, our programs are aimed at Canadians and those living and working in Canada.

9. May we ask about your preferred pronouns?

This question is optional. Your answer (or lack of an answer) will not disqualify you from enrolling in BIS. Data would only be shared with the Federal government (as a consolidated statistic) if adMare is asked to provide "pronoun parity" data.

𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗧 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡: Educational Experience

We would like to understand where you are at in your education

10. What is your highest level of education completed? *

This adMare training programs has been created for early science students (Master's and PhDs) as well as early-to-mid career research scientists. We accept undergrads on a case-by-case basis. If you do not have an undergraduate degree in the life sciences, please reach out to discuss as we may have other programs that might suit your goals.

11. If you are currently studying, please answer the following: A) What degree are you currently working towards? B) What institution are you currently studying at? C) In which province is this institution located? D) What is your field of study (i.e. your departmental degree, research thesis topic, etc)

Please only answer this question if you are currently studying. Else, leave it blank.

12. Although primarily reserved for graduate students and those currently employed in the life sciences industry, we accept undergraduates on a case-by-case basis. If you are currently an undergraduate student in STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering, math), please describe any laboratory experience, you’ve acquired in the last 2 years, if any.

This question is optional. However, if you are an undergraduate student, we recommend using this space to support your application.

13. If you are a student, kindly provide the name and email of the program head or department administrator at your academic institution.

This question is optional. Your answer (or lack of an answer) will not disqualify you from enrolling in BIS. We simply would love to stay in touch with all university program heads to make them aware of adMare's training offerings.

𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗧 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡: Industry Experience

We would like to understand where you are at, in your career

14. If currently employed, in the life sciences industry, at what level is your current role?

This question is optional. Your answer (or lack of an answer) will not disqualify you from enrolling in BIS.

15. How long have you been employed in the life sciences industry?

This question is optional. Your answer (or lack of an answer) will not disqualify you from enrolling in BIS.

16. In what area are you currently working?

Research and development
Technical operations (quality control, quality assurance, process development, manufacturing, etc)
Project management
Business-related careers (sales, marketing, business development, etc)
Other

This question is optional. Your answer (or lack of an answer) will not disqualify you from enrolling in BIS.

𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗧 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡: Your Goals

We would like to understand your goals and the direction in which your career may take you

17. What has motivated you to apply for the BIS program (choose all that apply)?

To improve my skills for my current job in academia / research
To improve my skills for my current job in the life sciences / biotech industry
To improve my skills for a future role in academia / academic research
To improve my skills for a future role in life sciences / biotech industry
To move away from academia into an industry job
I like where I am in my career; this is for purely personal interest / information
None of above
Prefer not to answer

We ask this question simply because we are interested in collecting general data for tracking the growth of the bio-economy and for assessing the need for future training in complementary areas.

18. In terms of your future career, which of these industries might be of interest to you (choose all that apply)?

This question is optional. Your answer (or lack of an answer) will not disqualify you from enrolling in BIS. We ask this question for tracking the growth of the bio-economy, and for assessing the need for future training in complementary areas.

19. What types of business skills do you hope to gain from this program? (kindly provide 2-3 bullet points)

This question is optional. Your answer (or lack of an answer) will not disqualify you from enrolling in BIS. We ask this question to ensure our trainees are aligned with the program goals.

We estimate approximately 55 hours in total to complete the BIS level 1 program. Please confirm your commitment to follow the program (type your name in the space) *

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If you have any questions regarding the BIS Program and/or the application process, please feel free to reach out to:

Dr. Edie Dullaghan
BioInnovation Scientist Program Director
adMare Academy
edullaghan@admarebio.com
604.827.1188