Career blogs

Qkine are committed to supporting women across diverse career paths, hear from some of the amazing women that make our business.

With a career that spans genetics, microbiology, antibodies, stem cells, and growth factors and a PhD earned alongside a full-time job, Andy’s journey is a testament to curiosity, adaptability, and quietly driving your own path. We caught up with Andy to talk about his career, the lessons that stuck, and why being brave enough to ask (even if the answer might be no) can make all the difference. 

Laura’s role at Qkine may say Office Manager and QMS Assistant, but if you know her, you’ll know she’s so much more than that. She’s the kind of person who thrives on variety, always lends a helping hand, and keeps the engine room of Qkine running with precision, care, and an impressive number of color-coded email flags.

Meet Adriana, Senior Lab Technician at Qkine, where precision meets passion. From protein purification to keeping the lab spotless, Adriana does it all. In this Q&A, she shares what life is really like in biotech, from late-night snack temptations to big career challenges, and leaves us with advice for the next generation of scientists.