Author: Ian T Lester

Rhode Island Infectious Diseases Research Program

Antimicrobial resistance is globally recognized as one of the greatest healthcare threats. Our research program is focused on the prevention, treatment, virulence inhibition and clinical outcomes associated with drug resistant bacteria. The program is divided into three divisions: the antimicrobial pharmacology division, the outcomes and pharmacoepidemiology division, and the implementation science outreach division.

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Anna Geraci, B.S.P.S ’18

Quality Control Analyst, Vertex Pharmaceuticals

“The hands on experience that we got through the program, along with the internships and undergraduate research helped me get my foot in the door at an entry level job after graduation”

Topics Covered

  • Working as a quality control analyst
  • The advantages of the small class sizes in the BSPS program
  • Being involved in an internship while at URI
  • 3D printing in the pharmaceutical industry and opportunities to learn the skill in the COP
  • How the BSPS program prepared Anna for a first job
  • Advice to current BSPS students about taking advantage of the opportunities available[/cl-boxout]
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Zoe Perikns, B.S.P.S. ’19

Associate Scientist, Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America

“There is a great network of BSPS out there in the field, so coming to the panels, or the mentorship program, those are really great assets that the college has set up to be able to learn more about a career path”

Topics Covered

  • Working in the biologic industry
  • Deciding upon a career path that is right for you
  • Having your own research project within a lab as an undergraduate researcher at URI
  • How being involved in research as a BSPS student prepares you for your career
  • The different benefits of the BSPS program
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