-: I think any scientific background is beneficial,
having understanding my undergrad was in genetics.
I don't do anything with genetics now,
but it was kind of the basis for scientific thinking
and that having worked in research in the past,
any scientific background we have,
people working with me, a lot of biology majors,
genetics, epidemiology, is all public health,
we have a large pubic health group.
But, also, we have very successful people
who don't have a scientific background and that's okay too.
So, communications is huge in our department.
We work with clinicians, therapists,
finance people, scheduling, we work with families.
So, being able to accurately communicate your thoughts
across a variety of different individuals
is also really important.
Some of us just have an undergraduate degree
and are very successful.
Those that want to be able to contribute
a little more into protocol development and data analysis,
and things like that, may need a more advanced degree.
We have several staff, myself included,
that have their master's.
I'm working on my PhD right now,
to be able to be a scientist,
and again, being the one driving the scientific ideas.
So, it really depends on kinda what level
of participation you wanna be in.
Whether you're more in an assistant role,
or helping drive the science.
Excellent customer service.
We are dealing with patients everyday,
and it's important to be able to have a conversation
with those patients and families.
So, it's more than just being able
to crunch numbers and analyze data,
so having excellent patient care
and customer service skills.
But, also, the ability to think critically.
And, I mentioned we are in a huge developmental role,
which is exciting, and so you need to be okay
with approaching challenges and figuring out a solution.